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R262 VLD

1998 Daewoo Lanos

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

75,418 mi
Last recorded75,418 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Daewoo Lanos65,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR262 VLD
MakeDaewoo
ModelLanos
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 75,418 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

brake pipes corroded

covers & shields fitted

exhaust flexi deteriorated

headlamps deteriorated

nearside sill corroded

rear coils springs corroded

signs of oil leak

Fail 2 Sep 2017 75,405 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

all brake pipes slightly corroded

both sides sills slightly corrode

covers and shields fitted obstructing view of components

signs of oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2016 69,901 miles

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

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

coil springs corroded

sills corrded

Pass 4 Sep 2015 64,754 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 64,739 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 59,489 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 10 Jun 2014 59,485 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 56,505 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Noise coming from nearside rear wheel

Fail 18 Jun 2013 56,504 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Noise coming from nearside rear wheel

Pass 26 Jun 2012 52,709 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 52,709 miles

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

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

Battery insecure

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 48,996 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 48,956 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 48,912 miles

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

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 43,026 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2008 43,026 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 39,755 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 39,755 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 36,457 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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R262 VLD is a 1998 Daewoo Lanos in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 R262 VLD, 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.

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R262 VLD is a 1998 Daewoo Lanos, first registered on 31 May 1998.

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