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WK54 DCE

2004 Daewoo Kalos

Silver Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

23,941 mi
Last recorded23,941 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Daewoo Kalos48,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK54 DCE
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 23,941 miles

oil cap missing

Fail 16 Nov 2015 23,941 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

oil cap missing

Fail 18 Sep 2015 83,294 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 29 Sep 2014 79,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

exhaust system rusty

fuel filler neck rusty

Pass 29 Sep 2014 79,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

exhaust system rusty

fuel filler neck rusty

Pass 27 Sep 2013 75,927 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

exhaust system corrioded

offside rear brake has slight bind when rotated by hand

Fail 27 Sep 2013 75,927 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

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

exhaust system corrioded

offside rear brake has slight bind when rotated by hand

Pass 26 Sep 2012 70,939 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 64,232 miles

Offside Outer Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

front brake discs nearing limit

nearside wiper slightly deteriorated

offside wiper slightly deteriorated

Fail 28 Sep 2011 64,232 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

front brake discs nearing limit

nearside wiper slightly deteriorated

offside wiper slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 Sep 2010 54,753 miles

engine induction air intake hose split

front brake discs wearing thin

Pass 23 Sep 2009 46,676 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 40,165 miles

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

nearside rear tyre getting low

Pass 25 Sep 2007 33,408 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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WK54 DCE is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos in Silver with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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

The most common reason a Daewoo Kalos fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 6,491 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK54 DCE, 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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WK54 DCE is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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