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R353 XWR

1997 Daewoo Lanos

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

102,899 mi
Last recorded102,899 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Daewoo Lanos68,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR353 XWR
MakeDaewoo
ModelLanos
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2012 102,899 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 102,899 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 96,608 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 96,608 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 92,291 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 18 Feb 2010 92,291 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 86,608 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2008 78,237 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 70,134 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 63,597 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 63,956 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R353 XWR is a 1997 Daewoo Lanos in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Daewoo Lanos models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 68,021 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 R353 XWR, 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 29 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 R353 XWR registered?

R353 XWR is a 1997 Daewoo Lanos, first registered on 18 November 1997.

Is R353 XWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R353 XWR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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