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VK54 ARX

2004 Daewoo Kalos

Silver Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

51,504 mi
Last recorded51,504 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 Daewoo Kalos48,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK54 ARX
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 51,504 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2015 51,493 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and wipers not tested (8.2.3)

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)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 43,996 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 35,275 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 34,210 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 23,044 miles

both front tyres in poor condition

Pass 1 Jul 2011 9,200 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside rear view mirror damaged but not affecting rear view

Fail 14 Jul 2010 7,155 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

PLEASE NOTE vehicle presented to early for credit to be given from the previous test

drivers door mirror cracked

Pass 14 Jul 2010 7,155 miles

PLEASE NOTE vehicle presented to early for credit to be given from the previous test

drivers door mirror cracked

Pass 15 Aug 2009 6,016 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 6,016 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 4,470 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 1,615 miles

How Reliable is the Daewoo Kalos?

Based on 139,896 MOT tests across 9,375 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
4,840
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
9,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 6,491
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,218
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,419
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,582
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 3,464
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VK54 ARX is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos in Silver with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Daewoo Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 48,806 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daewoo Kalos fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 6,491 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK54 ARX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daewoo Kalos typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Daewoo Kalos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VK54 ARX registered?

VK54 ARX is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 17 September 2004.

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