Daewoo Lanos Sx Auto (1998)
1998 Daewoo Lanos Sx Auto
CarHunch is tracking 239 1998 Daewoo Lanos Sx Auto vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1998 Daewoo Lanos is a serious reliability red flag: just 40% of these cars pass their MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and petrol versions show a 0% pass rate across 237 vehicles tested—suggesting systematic mechanical issues rather than random failures. The fact that no dangerous defects were recorded is the only bright spot, but the blanket MOT failure rate makes this model genuinely risky for buyers.
These Lanoses have covered an average of 72,680 miles, which is reasonable for their age, yet they're still failing at double the normal rate—this isn't about high mileage abuse but inherent design or durability problems. If you're considering one, budget heavily for immediate repairs, get a thorough pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic familiar with Daewoos, and factor in ongoing maintenance costs as a core running expense.
We have 239 1998 Daewoo Lanos Sx Auto vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data to show reliable statistics for this cohort.
What to check before buying a 1998 Daewoo Lanos Sx Auto
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 237 | 0% | 0 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 87.5% | 1 |
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