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WV54 OAJ

2004 Daewoo Kalos

Black Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,493 mi
Last recorded80,493 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Daewoo Kalos48,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV54 OAJ
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2019 80,493 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 80,493 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 56,707 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 56,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded OUTER SILL (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded OUTER SILL (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 55,902 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 55,034 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 54,312 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 52,236 miles

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

large crack in windscreen bottom nearside

Pass 14 Sep 2013 52,236 miles

large crack in windscreen bottom nearside

Pass 10 Sep 2012 50,340 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear tyres worn unevenly on inner tread edges and getting close to legal limit on uneven wear

Fail 10 Sep 2012 50,340 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear tyres worn unevenly on inner tread edges and getting close to legal limit on uneven wear

Pass 28 May 2011 46,956 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 41,504 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 35,641 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 30,171 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 26,974 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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WV54 OAJ is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos in Black 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 WV54 OAJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV54 OAJ registered?

WV54 OAJ is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 3 September 2004.

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