Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Perodua Kelisa?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2007 Perodua Kelisa?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2007 Perodua Kelisa?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2007 Perodua Kelisa vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

26% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2007 Perodua Kelisa reliable?

Based on MOT data from 161 vehicles, the 2007 Perodua Kelisa has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2007 Perodua Kelisa?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2007 Perodua Kelisa are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (42.6% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (42.6% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (26.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2007 Perodua Kelisa?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Perodua Kelisa (2007)

161 real MOT outcomes analysed • 78% first-time pass rate

2007 Perodua Kelisa

CarHunch analysed 161 real MOT records for the 2007 Perodua Kelisa. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2007 Perodua Kelisa falls just short of the UK average with a 78% first-time pass rate, and one in four vehicles analysed have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a genuine concern for buyers prioritising safety. This suggests reliability is slightly below par for the age group, with structural or brake issues likely among the problem areas.

At 35,000 miles median, these cars are showing relatively low mileage for their age, which is encouraging, but owners are averaging 3.12 failures and 11.6 advisories per test, pointing to mounting wear on non-critical components like suspension and trim. If you're considering one, budget for minor repairs and get a pre-purchase inspection focused on brakes and steering geometry, as the advisory count hints at deferred maintenance creeping in.

We have limited data for the 2007 Perodua Kelisa — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

78%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

25.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.12

Over 13.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

35k

Middle half: 23k–50k

For context

These stats describe 161 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 161 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 42.6%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 22.7%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 18.7%

Nearside Headlamp aim too low

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 16%

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' · Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction · Oil leak, but not excessive · …

Wipers & washers 14.3%

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007.

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Based on MOT data from 161 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Perodua Kelisa vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

35,124

typical

22,674

low mileage

49,783

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Perodua Kelisa vehicles fall between 22,674 and 49,783 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 22,674 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 22,674–49,783 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Perodua Kelisas sit.

⚠ Over 67,207 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Perodua Kelisa — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 24% of 2007 Perodua Kelisas are still active.

Numbers are declining — 34 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (24% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

13.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.12

Avg failures per vehicle

11.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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