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SJ03 FVF

2003 Daewoo Lanos

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,687 mi
Last recorded50,687 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Lanos44,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ03 FVF
MakeDaewoo
ModelLanos
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Jan 2012 50,687 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 44,771 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 38,074 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 33,240 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 27,469 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 20,600 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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SJ03 FVF is a 2003 Daewoo Lanos in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FVF, 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 FVF registered?

SJ03 FVF is a 2003 Daewoo Lanos, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is SJ03 FVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ03 FVF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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