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DK03 MGV

2003 Daewoo Lanos

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

35,586 mi
Last recorded35,586 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Daewoo Lanos44,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 MGV
MakeDaewoo
ModelLanos
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2013 35,586 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 34,381 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 34,381 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 33,073 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2011 33,073 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 31,805 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 31,805 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 30,871 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 30,871 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 29,571 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 15 Jul 2008 29,571 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 28,253 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 28,253 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 26,515 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 26,515 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Daewoo Lanos?

Based on 343,953 MOT tests across 41,564 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
4,663
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
41,564
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 50,738
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,902
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,729
position lamp(s) not working 13,511
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12,389
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DK03 MGV is a 2003 Daewoo Lanos in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2003 Daewoo Lanos models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 44,799 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 Lanos fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 50,738 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK03 MGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daewoo Lanos typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Daewoo Lanos is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK03 MGV registered?

DK03 MGV is a 2003 Daewoo Lanos, first registered on 22 July 2003.

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The MOT history for DK03 MGV shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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