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R443 TWG

1997 Daewoo Lanos

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,417 mi
Last recorded50,417 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Daewoo Lanos68,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR443 TWG
MakeDaewoo
ModelLanos
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2015 50,417 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 50,278 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 32,816 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

all tyres are worn on sidewalls

Pass 11 Aug 2014 32,816 miles

all tyres are worn on sidewalls

Pass 8 Aug 2013 32,738 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 32,738 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 32,522 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 33,260 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 33,260 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 32,006 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 31,289 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 31,289 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 30,641 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 29,769 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 28,511 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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R443 TWG is a 1997 Daewoo Lanos in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R443 TWG, 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.

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What year was R443 TWG registered?

R443 TWG is a 1997 Daewoo Lanos, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R443 TWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R443 TWG shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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