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R994 SAU

1997 Daewoo Espero

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,518 mi
Last recorded38,518 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Daewoo Espero67,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR994 SAU
MakeDaewoo
ModelEspero
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2013 38,518 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 37,976 miles

battery loose

both front tyres perished ok for test but will require early replacement

Pass 29 Jun 2011 37,261 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 37,261 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 36,787 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 36,129 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2008 35,321 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 34,247 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 33,394 miles

How Reliable is the Daewoo Espero?

Based on 33,466 MOT tests across 8,422 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
3,909
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
8,422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,856
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,417
fog lamp not working 1,732
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,667
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,379
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R994 SAU is a 1997 Daewoo Espero in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Daewoo Espero models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 67,818 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daewoo Espero fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 6,856 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R994 SAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daewoo Espero typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Daewoo Espero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R994 SAU registered?

R994 SAU is a 1997 Daewoo Espero, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R994 SAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R994 SAU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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