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YC54 KRJ

2004 Daewoo Kalos

Blue Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

135,969 mi
Last recorded135,969 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Daewoo Kalos48,806 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC54 KRJ
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2015 135,969 miles

surface rust

Pass 17 Nov 2014 126,598 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2014 126,598 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2013 119,242 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 113,249 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 113,245 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 6 Nov 2012 113,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 103,867 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 90,744 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 90,744 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 77,457 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 77,457 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 62,739 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 62,739 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 44,778 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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YC54 KRJ is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos in Blue with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YC54 KRJ, 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 YC54 KRJ registered?

YC54 KRJ is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is YC54 KRJ safe to buy?

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