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MF05 FZB

2005 Daewoo Kalos

Black Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,119 mi
Last recorded79,119 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Daewoo Kalos49,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 FZB
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2019 79,119 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 67,948 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 61,502 miles

Oil leak oil filter corroded ()

Fail 15 Mar 2017 61,502 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak oil filter corroded ()

Pass 15 Mar 2016 56,974 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

oil weep from engine

Fail 15 Mar 2016 56,974 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

oil weep from engine

Pass 24 Mar 2015 53,014 miles

n/s front tyre is wearing on inner edge of tread

Oil leak

Fail 19 Mar 2014 48,421 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear wiper is split

Pass 19 Mar 2014 48,421 miles

rear wiper is split

Pass 25 Mar 2013 43,874 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2012 39,186 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 34,249 miles

front and rear tyre 2 mm

Pass 23 Mar 2010 29,668 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 23,927 miles

engein management light on

rear wiper worn

Fail 25 Mar 2009 23,927 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engein management light on

rear wiper worn

Pass 10 Apr 2008 19,182 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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MF05 FZB is a 2005 Daewoo Kalos in Black with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Daewoo Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 49,069 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 MF05 FZB, 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 21 years old, this Daewoo Kalos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MF05 FZB registered?

MF05 FZB is a 2005 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 27 April 2005.

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