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Daewoo Korando

Silver · Diesel · 1982 · 2,874 cc

T616 EFJMOT history

T616 EFJ is a silver diesel Daewoo Korando first used on 5 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 126,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
126,798 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T616 EFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daewoo
Model
Korando
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1982
First used
5 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T616 EFJ was last recorded at 126,798 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 6,519 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,279 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,519 miles
Average per year
3,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,798 miles
  • 2025 – 120,279 miles
  • 2024 – 115,981 miles
  • 2023 – 113,888 miles
  • 2022 – 112,669 miles
  • 2021 – 109,688 miles
  • 2010 – 77,086 miles
  • 2009 – 77,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,798 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Play in rear U/J (6.1.7 (d) (i))

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 2 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,798 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    126,798 miles
    Test number
    625296771047
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Play in rear U/J (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  2. Fail126,798 miles (+6,519)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,798 miles
    Test number
    612839969021
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working Replaced bulb (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Play in rear U/J (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  3. Pass120,279 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    120,279 miles
    Test number
    233601314797
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Fail120,278 miles (+4,297)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,278 miles
    Test number
    220189251729
    • MajorOffside Front Brake performance unable to be tested Calliper insecure (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,981 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    115,981 miles
    Test number
    558798818197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front light unit damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail115,981 miles (+2,093)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,981 miles
    Test number
    331053620771
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front light unit damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass113,888 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    113,888 miles
    Test number
    452463226871
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail113,886 miles (+1,217)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,886 miles
    Test number
    183067366095
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass112,669 miles (+2,981)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    112,669 miles
    Test number
    873842335494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,688 miles (+32,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    109,688 miles
    Test number
    936840972352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak

  11. Pass77,086 miles (+82)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    77,086 miles
    Test number
    234089900223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth side steps rusty
    • NoteHandbrake slighty high

  12. Pass77,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    77,004 miles
    Test number
    783815579283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail77,004 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,004 miles
    Test number
    493455979229
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T616 EFJ

Does T616 EFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T616 EFJ is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T616 EFJ?
The MOT on T616 EFJ is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T616 EFJ done?
T616 EFJ was recorded at 126,798 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 3,049 miles a year.
Has T616 EFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T616 EFJ has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T616 EFJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T616 EFJ find?
T616 EFJ passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated play in rear u/j.

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