Daewoo Lanos
From 354 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded and windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen. The top issue, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, caused 27 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 27 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 19 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 12 |
| headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective | 12 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 12 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 11 |
| emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits | 10 |
| brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. | 9 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 8 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 8 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 27.3% of Lanos failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 21.9% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £165.
Daewoo Lanos on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 78 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 78. At this rate, roughly 8.8 years until none remain. Now at 1.7% of its peak (41,847 in 2002 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 104 | 601 | +0 | -8 | -8 |
| 2025 Q2 | 115 | 598 | +0 | -11 | -11 |
| 2025 Q1 | 121 | 603 | +0 | -33 | -33 |
| 2024 Q4 | 128 | 629 | +0 | -26 | -26 |
| 2024 Q3 | 141 | 642 | +0 | -27 | -27 |
| 2024 Q2 | 158 | 652 | +0 | -13 | -13 |
| 2024 Q1 | 167 | 656 | +0 | -22 | -22 |
| 2023 Q4 | 185 | 660 | +0 | -22 | -22 |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
Typical mileage
Half of all Lanoss tested had between 45,093 and 86,498 miles on the clock.
At 59,967 median miles, the Lanos has 0.054 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Daewoo models
| Daewoo Matiz | 57.8% |
| Daewoo Kalos | 56.2% |
Common questions
What is the Daewoo Lanos MOT pass rate?
The Daewoo Lanos has a 67.5% MOT pass rate based on 354 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Daewoo Lanos?
The most common MOT failure on the Daewoo Lanos is the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, which caused 27 failures. Other common issues include brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded.
How many Daewoo Lanoss are on UK roads?
There are 104 Daewoo Lanoss currently licensed on UK roads, with 601 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Daewoo Lanos at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Daewoo Lanos is 59,967 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 45,093 and 86,498 miles.
Buying a used Lanos?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 67.5% pass rate and an average repair bill of £165 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 27.3% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.