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W172 VLP

2000 Daewoo Lanos

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

38,800 mi
Last recorded38,800 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2012
Typical for 2000 Daewoo Lanos57,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW172 VLP
MakeDaewoo
ModelLanos
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2012 38,800 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 6 Feb 2012 38,800 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Coolant leak

Pass 22 Jan 2011 37,066 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 36,420 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

o/s wiper spindle worn to excess

steering rack gaiter damp

Fail 6 Feb 2010 36,420 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s wiper spindle worn to excess

steering rack gaiter damp

Pass 6 Feb 2009 33,627 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2008 30,903 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 30,903 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Feb 2007 27,190 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

slight scratching on windscreen

Pass 7 Feb 2007 27,190 miles

slight scratching on windscreen

Fail 27 Jan 2006 23,811 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 23,811 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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W172 VLP is a 2000 Daewoo Lanos in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2000 Daewoo Lanos models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 57,901 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 W172 VLP, 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 26 years old, this Daewoo Lanos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W172 VLP registered?

W172 VLP is a 2000 Daewoo Lanos, first registered on 5 May 2000.

Is W172 VLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W172 VLP shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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