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KD53 NLZ

2003 Daewoo Kalos

Red Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,874 mi
Last recorded56,874 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD53 NLZ
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 56,874 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Jan 2015 56,874 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 56,373 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 54,189 miles

air bag light stuck on

Fail 3 Feb 2012 51,664 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

airbag light stuck on

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 3 Feb 2012 51,664 miles

airbag light stuck on

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 2 Feb 2011 48,800 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 46,093 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 42,908 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 42,566 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 42,566 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 34,423 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 24,537 miles

How Reliable is the Daewoo Kalos?

Based on 139,896 MOT tests across 9,375 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
4,840
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
9,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 6,491
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,218
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,419
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,582
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 3,464
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KD53 NLZ is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in Red with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Daewoo Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 50,945 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daewoo Kalos fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 6,491 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KD53 NLZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was KD53 NLZ registered?

KD53 NLZ is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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The MOT history for KD53 NLZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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