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WU54 WMA

2004 Daewoo Kalos

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,754 mi
Last recorded38,754 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2004 Daewoo Kalos48,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU54 WMA
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 26 May 2023 38,754 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 38,273 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

slight movement both front top strut mounts

Pass 10 Aug 2021 36,813 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 35,588 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 33,795 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 31,231 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Aug 2017 29,510 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 28,522 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 27,444 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 26,031 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 23,272 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 20,555 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 18,234 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 15,563 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 12,587 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 9,480 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 6,923 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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WU54 WMA is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WU54 WMA, 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 WU54 WMA registered?

WU54 WMA is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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