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2004 Daewoo Kalos 1.4L Petrol · WG54 ABF

WG54 ABF

2004 Daewoo Kalos (1.4L, petrol). First registered 26/11/2004. Recorded mileage 104,771 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
DAEWOO KALOS
Year / Origin
2004 · Exeter
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 06/03/2026
Road Tax
Untaxed (28/02/2026)
Recorded Mileage
104,771 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 06/03/2026
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 28/02/2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2004
Engine
1399cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently presents a questionable roadworthiness status following a failure on February 18, 2026, at 104,771 miles. While the record shows no specific defects for that final failure, the overall history indicates a pattern of inconsistent compliance. The maintenance trend appears unstable, as the car has failed the test on three of its last four attempts, suggesting a reactive approach to repairs where issues are only addressed once a formal certificate is issued. The mileage profile is notably low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,762 miles per year. However, the data reveals a significant gap in usage between January 2024 and January 2025, where the car covered only 145 miles in over twelve months. This was followed by a rapid accumulation of 2,789 miles between March 2025 and February 2026. Such periods of long-term stagnation often lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, dry seals, and internal corrosion on braking surfaces, despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and underbody components, as the history does not Detail the specific causes of the multiple failures. Given the age of the Daewoo, priority should be placed on identifying corrosion in the sills, floor pans, andion mounting points. The suspension should be checked for way bushes and binding brake calipers, which are common symptoms of vehicles that sit stationary for extended periods. The recent failure without recorded defects suggests the vehicle may have failed on a non-visual item or an emissions reading that was not fully documented, necessitating a mechanical check of the drivetrain and exhaust system.

WG54 ABF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT failed on 18/02/2026
  • 104,771 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
30
/ 100 · Poor
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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WG54 ABF Mileage History

  1. 03/01/2024101,837 mi
  2. 03/01/2024101,837 mi
  3. 27/01/2025101,980 mi+143 mi
  4. 07/03/2025101,982 mi+2 mi
  5. 18/02/2026104,771 mi+2,789 mi

Average of roughly 1,379 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

WG54 ABF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 27 Sept 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Daewoo Kalos (WG54 ABF) between January 2024 and February 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 18 February 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural ”; “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural”.

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