Daewoo Nubira (2003)
2003 Daewoo Nubira
CarHunch analysed 642 real MOT records for the 2003 Daewoo Nubira. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2003 Daewoo Nubira's 68.8% first-time pass rate falls well short of the UK average of 80%, signalling below-average reliability for its age. More concerning, nearly 31% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a significant red flag for buyers considering one today.
At around 50,000 miles median mileage, these cars are showing their age appropriately for a 20-year-old model, but the average of 3.86 failures per test suggests structural wear issues beyond minor fixes. With 13.5 advisories per vehicle, expect ongoing maintenance costs; before buying one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on brake systems, suspension, and emissions equipment, where dangerous defects tend to cluster.
What to check before buying a 2003 Daewoo Nubira
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.
- ⚠️ 30.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Daewoo Nubira
MOT history is one piece of the puzzle. These checks can reveal what CarHunch can't.
CarHunch may earn a small commission if you buy via these links — at no extra cost to you.
Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 639 | 68.8% | 3.85 |
| Diesel (0%) | 2 | 64.2% | 4.5 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 50% | 8 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2003 Daewoo Nubira vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2003 Daewoo Nubira vehicles fall between 36,867 and 61,870 miles.
2003 Daewoo Nubira — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 12 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2023 (5% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2023.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2003 Daewoo Nubira
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
-
45.5%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
-
42.3%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
-
39.5%
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded
-
38.8%
Oil leak
-
38.7%
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded
-
38.4%
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded
-
37.7%
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements
-
33.6%
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2003. Counts include advisories and failures.
Found a specific Daewoo Nubira?
Enter the reg to see its individual MOT history, AI Hunches, and how it compares to this cohort.