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WJ04 EBF

2004 Daewoo Kalos

Red Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,508 mi
Last recorded86,508 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 Daewoo Kalos48,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ04 EBF
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 86,508 miles

EML light on indicating a fault

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

accessory belts noisy

Fail 6 Dec 2017 86,508 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

EML light on indicating a fault

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

accessory belts noisy

Pass 30 Nov 2016 78,406 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 78,353 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 77,298 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Jan 2015 77,298 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 75,583 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 75,583 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 73,400 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 70,385 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 64,182 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 64,182 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 57,424 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 50,005 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 40,792 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 28,499 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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WJ04 EBF is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos in Red with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WJ04 EBF, 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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WJ04 EBF is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 26 March 2004.

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