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SP03 HGU

2003 Daewoo Lanos

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

69,081 mi
Last recorded69,081 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Lanos44,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 HGU
MakeDaewoo
ModelLanos
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 69,081 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 4 Jun 2013 69,081 miles

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

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2012 58,145 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 53,537 miles

front to rear brake pipe at rear slight corrosion

front to rear fuel pipes corroding

nearside body work damaged

Fail 14 Jun 2011 53,537 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

front to rear brake pipe at rear slight corrosion

front to rear fuel pipes corroding

nearside body work damaged

Pass 18 May 2010 48,354 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 48,354 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2009 46,313 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 41,589 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 41,334 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2007 32,164 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 32,164 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2006 24,652 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 24,652 miles

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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SP03 HGU is a 2003 Daewoo Lanos in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP03 HGU, 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 SP03 HGU registered?

SP03 HGU is a 2003 Daewoo Lanos, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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