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SJ03 BPU

2003 Daewoo Lanos

Silver Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,439 mi
Last recorded48,439 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Lanos44,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ03 BPU
MakeDaewoo
ModelLanos
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 48,439 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both outer sills slightly corroded

Fail 30 Apr 2015 48,439 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both outer sills slightly corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2014 46,381 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 44,220 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 41,739 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 23 Apr 2012 41,739 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2011 35,803 miles

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

advise-rear tyres cracking

Pass 26 Apr 2010 33,315 miles

advise-rear tyres sidewalls cracking

Pass 4 May 2009 29,994 miles
Fail 4 May 2009 29,994 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 26,799 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 24,227 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 19,701 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 5 Apr 2006 19,269 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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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SJ03 BPU is a 2003 Daewoo Lanos in Silver with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Daewoo Lanos models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 44,799 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 SJ03 BPU, 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 23 years old, this Daewoo Lanos is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJ03 BPU registered?

SJ03 BPU is a 2003 Daewoo Lanos, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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