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SF53 WYJ

2003 Daewoo Tacuma

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Daewoo Tacuma52,341 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 WYJ
MakeDaewoo
ModelTacuma
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2018
Pass 3 Apr 2017 78,780 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 72,182 miles

engine management lamp on

Fail 29 Mar 2016 72,490 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear cuts in tread

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

e/m warning light on

emissions not tested

Fail 12 May 2015 67,607 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

both front tyres worn on inner edges/ advise replacing

fuel pipes rusty

Pass 12 May 2015 67,607 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

both front tyres worn on inner edges/ advise replacing

fuel pipes rusty

Pass 2 May 2014 61,123 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 60,937 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2013 56,342 miles

slight knock poss front suspension

Fail 23 May 2013 56,342 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight knock poss front suspension

Pass 22 May 2012 51,345 miles

n/s wiper slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 May 2011 46,377 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 41,029 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 41,029 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 33,390 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 33,372 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2008 25,895 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 15,709 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 13,445 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

How Reliable is the Daewoo Tacuma?

Based on 100,978 MOT tests across 9,200 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
6,041
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
9,200
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,796
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,096
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,910
Registration plate lamp not working 2,630
brake binding 2,281
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SF53 WYJ is a 2003 Daewoo Tacuma in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2003 Daewoo Tacuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 52,341 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 Tacuma fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 11,796 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF53 WYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daewoo Tacuma typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Daewoo Tacuma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SF53 WYJ is a 2003 Daewoo Tacuma, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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