DAEWOO TACUMA (2003)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 30 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
63%
Total Tests (2024)
30
Avg Mileage
71,464 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,027
Is the 2003 DAEWOO TACUMA reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 19 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the DAEWOO brand average of 67%.
At 21 years old, 63% of DAEWOO TACUMAs from 2003 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 30 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 71,464 miles.
How does the 2003 DAEWOO TACUMA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2003 DAEWOO TACUMA has 71,464 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 155,400 miles for a 21-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
How much does a 2003 DAEWOO TACUMA cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2003 DAEWOO TACUMA
The 2003 DAEWOO TACUMA is a small family car with a 1598cc petrol engine. 30 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 95% of 2003 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 71,464 miles at 21 years old, DAEWOO TACUMA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
2003 DAEWOO TACUMA Fuel Costs
The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2003 DAEWOO TACUMA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,027 (£169/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 63% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2003 DAEWOO TACUMA
At 21 years old, the DAEWOO TACUMA is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 30 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2003 DAEWOO TACUMA
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MINI MINI (2005) 71% pass rate (+8%) from 45,707 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2005) 71% pass rate (+8%) from 41,794 tests
- FORD FIESTA (2003) 71% pass rate (+8%) from 29,898 tests
- TOYOTA YARIS (2005) 73% pass rate (+10%) from 29,754 tests