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SJ04 GTA

2004 Daewoo Tacuma

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,719 mi
Last recorded72,719 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 2004 Daewoo Tacuma51,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ04 GTA
MakeDaewoo
ModelTacuma
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2014 72,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all seat belts slow to re-tract.

all vehicle levels/pressures low. oil filter leaking.

rear wiper arm part seized.

slight play/wear at steering rack ends.

wheel hub caps fitted.

Pass 13 Nov 2013 68,275 miles

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

Oil leak

coolant level low ( topped up with water ) recom investigation/repair ))

front exhaust deterioration/corrosion

rear underbody mechanical component surface corrosion ( rear axle )

weak return at rear centre seatbelt

wheel trims fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 12 Nov 2013 68,275 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Oil leak

coolant level low ( topped up with water ) recom investigation/repair ))

engine oil level low ( topped up )

front exhaust deterioration/corrosion

rear underbody mechanical component surface corrosion ( rear axle )

weak return at rear centre seatbelt

wheel trims fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 12 Nov 2012 64,788 miles

wiper blades split

Pass 15 Nov 2011 61,140 miles

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

n/s front tyre outer sidewall slightly perished ( cracked )

weak return at rear centre seat belt

wheel trims fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 15 Nov 2011 61,140 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

n/s front tyre outer sidewall slightly perished ( cracked )

weak return at rear centre seat belt

wheel trims fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Oct 2010 55,765 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

deep cut in o/s front tyre tread ( not to cords etc though recom replacement )

edge wear and low pressure/soft at spare tyre recom replacement

slight deterioration at front exhaust flexi pipe

slight smear at n/s wiper

slight weak return n/s front and centre rear belts

wheel trims fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 19 Oct 2009 52,040 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

outer edge wear at both front tyres

recom replacement worn/cut tyres

recom wheel allignment check

spare fitted to n/s rear ( edge worn just pass )

Pass 19 Oct 2009 52,040 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

outer edge wear at both front tyres

recom replacement worn/cut tyres

recom wheel allignment check

spare fitted to n/s rear ( edge worn just pass )

Pass 22 Sep 2008 46,594 miles

n/s rear tyre has a deep cut in tread ( not in excess of requirement )

Pass 26 Jul 2007 35,282 miles

o/s and n/s front wiper blade clips worn

suspect front brake pads wearing thin

Fail 26 Jul 2007 35,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s and n/s front wiper blade clips worn

suspect front brake pads wearing thin

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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SJ04 GTA is a 2004 Daewoo Tacuma in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Daewoo Tacuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 51,034 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 SJ04 GTA, 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 22 years old, this Daewoo Tacuma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SJ04 GTA is a 2004 Daewoo Tacuma, first registered on 29 July 2004.

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