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Daewoo Kalos

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,399 cc

LX53 CVTMOT history

LX53 CVT is a silver petrol Daewoo Kalos first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 68,243 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2026
Mileage
68,243 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2024
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 CVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Daewoo
Model
Kalos
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,399 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX53 CVT was last recorded at 68,243 miles on 13 Sept 2024, 15,790 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Sept 2015: 27,974 miles, lower than 29,093 miles on 12 Sept 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
52,453 miles · 30 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
15,790 miles
Average per year
3,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 68,243 miles
  • 2022 – 52,453 miles
  • 2021 – 43,787 miles
  • 2020 – 38,497 miles
  • 2019 – 33,413 miles
  • 2018 – 30,174 miles
  • 2017 – 29,661 miles
  • 2016 – 29,092 miles
  • 2015 – 27,974 miles
  • 2014 – 29,093 miles
  • 2013 – 25,855 miles
  • 2012 – 24,767 miles
  • 2011 – 22,627 miles
  • 2010 – 20,662 miles
  • 2009 – 17,801 miles
  • 2008 – 15,430 miles
  • 2007 – 13,418 miles
  • 2006 – 11,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt pretensioner missing where fitted as original equipment missing/not accessible (7.1.4 (a))
  • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt pretensioner missing where fitted as original equipment missing/not accessible (7.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively both front wire abs wires insecure (1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight bind when rotated

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read10 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    118568588385
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt pretensioner missing where fitted as original equipment missing/not accessible (7.1.4 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt pretensioner missing where fitted as original equipment missing/not accessible (7.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively both front wire abs wires insecure (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight bind when rotated

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    923509552646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. FailMileage not read5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    194222494210
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction wipers parking incorrectly (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass68,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    68,243 miles
    Test number
    571194399129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    967537983702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. FailMileage not read3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    542891359109
    • MajorFront Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass52,453 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    52,453 miles
    Test number
    871224514493
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail52,453 miles (+8,666)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,453 miles
    Test number
    955426481563
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass43,787 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    43,787 miles
    Test number
    983518209647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail43,786 miles (+5,289)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,786 miles
    Test number
    486019536567
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass38,497 miles (+5,084)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    38,497 miles
    Test number
    416724000194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    33,413 miles
    Test number
    146685977182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail33,412 miles (+3,238)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,412 miles
    Test number
    148630408286
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  14. Pass30,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    30,174 miles
    Test number
    998288024448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail30,174 miles (+513)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,174 miles
    Test number
    340983900453
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  16. Pass29,661 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    29,661 miles
    Test number
    901093717780
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail29,661 miles (+569)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,661 miles
    Test number
    363410535792
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass29,092 miles (+1,118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    29,092 miles
    Test number
    617383978242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront top mounts noisey

  19. Pass27,974 miles (-1,119)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    27,974 miles
    Test number
    629197001689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,093 miles (+2,337)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,093 miles
    Test number
    297575554207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,756 miles (+901)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,756 miles
    Test number
    479743154228
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn low on edges

  22. Pass25,855 miles (+4)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    25,855 miles
    Test number
    505816353208
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low on edges
    • NoteExhaust front flexi section damaged and rattling

  23. Fail25,851 miles (+1,084)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,851 miles
    Test number
    976174653251
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low on edges
    • NoteExhaust front flexi section damaged and rattling

  24. Pass24,767 miles (+2,140)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    24,767 miles
    Test number
    406927052256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    22,627 miles
    Test number
    379377351476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail22,627 miles (+1,965)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,627 miles
    Test number
    375697851296
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteRear view mirror missing
    • NoteSlight oil seepage

  27. Pass20,662 miles (+2,861)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    20,662 miles
    Test number
    232840350261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass17,801 miles (+2,371)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    17,801 miles
    Test number
    870680559222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass15,430 miles (+2,012)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    15,430 miles
    Test number
    314753658408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass13,418 miles (+2,181)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    13,418 miles
    Test number
    464362067271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass11,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    11,237 miles
    Test number
    322054556402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 CVT

Does LX53 CVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX53 CVT expired on 30 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX53 CVT?
The MOT on LX53 CVT expired on 30 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX53 CVT done?
LX53 CVT was recorded at 68,243 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2024, an average of 3,166 miles a year.
Has LX53 CVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 CVT has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LX53 CVT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX53 CVT find?
LX53 CVT failed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: central rear seat belt pretensioner missing where fitted as original equipment missing/not accessible; front headlamp levelling device inoperative; front windscreen washer not working, and 14 more.

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