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KD53 ONH

2003 Daewoo Kalos

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

91,732 mi
Last recorded91,732 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Kalos50,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD53 ONH
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2020 91,732 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2020 91,732 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 80,358 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 80,357 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 71,359 miles

Nearside & Offside rear outer sills rusty

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside front top mount

Offside front suspension arm rear bush

Play in rack

Fail 11 Aug 2017 71,335 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside & Offside rear outer sills rusty

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside front top mount

Offside front suspension arm rear bush

Play in rack

Pass 11 Feb 2016 70,585 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 64,255 miles

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 59,276 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 55,641 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 51,615 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 45,266 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 39,535 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 32,934 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 26,789 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 18,414 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 ONH is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ONH, 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 ONH registered?

KD53 ONH is a 2003 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 19 November 2003.

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