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BK53 UFP

2003 Kia Magentis

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

88,932 mi
Last recorded88,932 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 UFP
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2016 88,932 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 88,929 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 83,887 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 79,731 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 76,322 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 71,337 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 67,751 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 61,879 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 61,847 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 55,771 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 55,771 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 47,579 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 Oct 2006 39,000 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Magentis?

Based on 64,198 MOT tests across 5,165 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
5,720
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
5,165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,721
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,593
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,415
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,311
position lamp(s) not working 847
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BK53 UFP is a 2003 Kia Magentis in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Kia Magentis models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 55,306 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Magentis fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,721 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK53 UFP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Magentis typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Kia Magentis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BK53 UFP registered?

BK53 UFP is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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