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R182 FJN

1998 Daewoo Lanos

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,853 mi
Last recorded28,853 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Daewoo Lanos65,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR182 FJN
MakeDaewoo
ModelLanos
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 28,853 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 26,135 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 23,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 17,703 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 17,701 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 17,701 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 17,636 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 17,519 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 17,003 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 16,403 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 15,883 miles

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded.

Pass 14 Aug 2014 15,373 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear exhaust box slightly corroded.

Pass 20 Aug 2013 15,233 miles

Driver sun visor taped up in closed position

Exhaust back box corroded

Nearside rear tyre has cracks forming

Pass 24 Aug 2012 14,809 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 14,756 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 14,661 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 14,291 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 14,112 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 14,061 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 13,617 miles

How Reliable is the Daewoo Lanos?

Based on 343,953 MOT tests across 41,564 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
4,663
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
41,564
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 50,738
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,902
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,729
position lamp(s) not working 13,511
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12,389
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R182 FJN is a 1998 Daewoo Lanos in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 Daewoo Lanos models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 65,585 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daewoo Lanos fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 50,738 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R182 FJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daewoo Lanos typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Daewoo Lanos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R182 FJN registered?

R182 FJN is a 1998 Daewoo Lanos, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R182 FJN safe to buy?

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