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HW53 FYO

2003 Perodua Kelisa

Grey Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

26,836 mi
Last recorded26,836 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Perodua Kelisa34,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW53 FYO
MakePerodua
ModelKelisa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 26,836 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 26,836 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 22,063 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2024 22,063 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2023 20,976 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2023 20,976 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 20,128 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 18,130 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 18,130 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 16,807 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished around outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 13,481 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 10,370 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 10,369 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 8,255 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 6,015 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 5,980 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Braking system leaking master cylinder area (3.6.A.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 5,572 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 5,258 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 4,989 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 4,685 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 4,685 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 4,317 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 4,026 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 4,026 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 3,730 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 3,626 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 3,469 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 3,469 miles

How Reliable is the Perodua Kelisa?

Based on 32,272 MOT tests across 2,333 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
3,248
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
2,333
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,431
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 753
Brake pipe excessively corroded 517
Headlamp aim too low 411
position lamp(s) not working 384
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HW53 FYO is a 2003 Perodua Kelisa in Grey with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

Across all 2003 Perodua Kelisa models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 34,694 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Perodua Kelisa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,431 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW53 FYO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Perodua Kelisa typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Perodua Kelisa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW53 FYO registered?

HW53 FYO is a 2003 Perodua Kelisa, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is HW53 FYO safe to buy?

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