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YN53 HCV

2004 Daewoo Kalos

Blue Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

60,528 mi
Last recorded60,528 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Daewoo Kalos48,806 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 HCV
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2018 60,528 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread depth 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

nearside front tyre worn smooth on edges

Pass 11 Mar 2017 41,161 miles

slight movement in front top mounts

unable to fully inspect front brakes, pads do appear to be wearing thin

Pass 19 Mar 2016 36,515 miles

slight movement in both front top mounts

Pass 17 Mar 2015 30,167 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 27,874 miles

corrosion to engine sump

front exhaust flexi joint damaged

Pass 6 Apr 2013 25,125 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 25,125 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 22,479 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 20,556 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 18,597 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 18,597 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 21 Jul 2009 18,024 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

slight binding to near side rear wheel

Pass 21 Jul 2009 18,024 miles

slight binding to near side rear wheel

Pass 28 Jul 2008 16,877 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 15,750 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 12,161 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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YN53 HCV is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos in Blue with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 YN53 HCV, 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 YN53 HCV registered?

YN53 HCV is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 28 January 2004.

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The MOT history for YN53 HCV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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