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R231 OWO

1998 Daewoo Lanos

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

84,304 mi
Last recorded84,304 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Daewoo Lanos65,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR231 OWO
MakeDaewoo
ModelLanos
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2011 84,304 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Jun 2011 84,302 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 75,174 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 64,582 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 64,582 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 6 Mar 2009 64,557 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 62,301 miles

N/S/R tyre side walls cracking

Pass 18 Apr 2006 57,215 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 57,215 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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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R231 OWO is a 1998 Daewoo Lanos in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R231 OWO, 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 R231 OWO registered?

R231 OWO is a 1998 Daewoo Lanos, first registered on 13 June 1998.

Is R231 OWO safe to buy?

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