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MX54 XZM

2005 Daewoo Kalos

Silver Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,009 mi
Last recorded25,009 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Daewoo Kalos49,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX54 XZM
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 25,009 miles

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 24,445 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 23,814 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 23,103 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 22,521 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 21,984 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 20,946 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 20,946 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 19,870 miles

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 18,822 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 17,870 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 16,616 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 15,412 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 13,883 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2012 12,457 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 12,457 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 10,569 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 9,501 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 7,930 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 6,674 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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MX54 XZM is a 2005 Daewoo Kalos in Silver with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MX54 XZM, 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 MX54 XZM registered?

MX54 XZM is a 2005 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 11 February 2005.

Is MX54 XZM safe to buy?

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