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R138 TLC

1998 Daewoo Espero

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,453 mi
Last recorded95,453 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2006
Typical for 1998 Daewoo Espero65,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR138 TLC
MakeDaewoo
ModelEspero
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2006 95,453 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

dampness on steering rack gaiters

How Reliable is the Daewoo Espero?

Based on 33,466 MOT tests across 8,422 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
3,909
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
8,422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,856
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,417
fog lamp not working 1,732
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,667
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,379
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R138 TLC is a 1998 Daewoo Espero in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Daewoo Espero models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 65,817 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daewoo Espero fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 6,856 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R138 TLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daewoo Espero typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Daewoo Espero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R138 TLC registered?

R138 TLC is a 1998 Daewoo Espero, first registered on 18 March 1998.

Is R138 TLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R138 TLC shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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