MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
109,376 miSignificantly above average — investigate
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Oil leak
Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
all brake pipes replaced but poorly fitted and secured
both front and nearside rear tyres edges are worn and are close to leagl limit
both front seat backs loose but locked in upright position
coil springs corroded but complete
corrosion to most components underside (hose ferrules,fuel pipes etc)
exhaust system corroded,flexi worn and front hanger broken but still secure
front inner brake discs worn
front suspension top mounts have slight lift off load
front wheels slightly damaged
headlamp covers worn
nearside front track rod end dust cover split but no play
nearside rear shocker has misting of oil
rear no.plate worn
rear wiper defective
steering rack and pipes/hoses wet with oil but no leaks found at time of test
An item not tested (Manual)
Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS
Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Oil leak
Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
all brake pipes replaced but poorly fitted and secured
both front and nearside rear tyres edges are worn and are close to leagl limit
both front seat backs loose but locked in upright position
coil springs corroded but complete
corrosion to most components underside (hose ferrules,fuel pipes etc)
exhaust system corroded,flexi worn and front hanger broken but still secure
front inner brake discs worn
front suspension top mounts have slight lift off load
front wheels slightly damaged
headlamp covers worn
nearside front track rod end dust cover split but no play
nearside rear shocker has misting of oil
rear no.plate worn
rear wiper defective
steering rack and pipes/hoses wet with oil but no leaks found at time of test
Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Daewoo Lanos?
Based on 343,953 MOT tests across 41,564 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
V897 FGB is a 1999 Daewoo Lanos in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1999 Daewoo Lanos models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 60,797 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 V897 FGB, 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 27 years old, this Daewoo Lanos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of V897 FGB?
You can check the full history of V897 FGB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was V897 FGB registered?
V897 FGB is a 1999 Daewoo Lanos, first registered on 3 October 1999.
Is V897 FGB safe to buy?
The MOT history for V897 FGB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does V897 FGB have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V897 FGB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.