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AK54 DWF

2004 Daewoo Kalos

Red Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

30,386 mi
Last recorded30,386 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Daewoo Kalos48,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 DWF
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 30,386 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 29,808 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 28,951 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 24 Aug 2022 28,409 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 27,948 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 27,508 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 27,129 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 26,426 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 25,694 miles

all tyres cracked round sidewalls

surface corrosion various parts of underbody and components

Pass 8 Aug 2016 24,757 miles

Slight play in offside front rackend

Pass 24 Aug 2015 23,851 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 22,563 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 20,729 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 18,976 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 16,696 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 14,263 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 12,463 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 11,303 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 11,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 10,490 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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AK54 DWF is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos in Red with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AK54 DWF, 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 AK54 DWF registered?

AK54 DWF is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 6 September 2004.

Is AK54 DWF safe to buy?

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