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BU53 NSO

2003 Kia Magentis

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

58,164 mi
Last recorded58,164 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 NSO
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2016 58,164 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Dec 2015 53,824 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 49,356 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Dec 2013 44,911 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 44,911 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 39,438 miles

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

brake pedal anti slip deteriorated

clutch pedal anti slip cover missing

Fail 14 Dec 2012 39,438 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

brake pedal anti slip deteriorated

clutch pedal anti slip cover missing

Pass 16 Dec 2011 33,996 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

outer sidewall damage n/s rear tyre

outer sidewall damage o/s rear tyre

Pass 16 Dec 2010 29,114 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 24,622 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 20,073 miles

Front number plate slightly damaged.

Fail 15 Dec 2008 20,073 miles

Front number plate slightly damaged.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 14,783 miles

n/s front tyre has a cut in sidewall. No cords showing

Pass 13 Dec 2006 9,471 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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BU53 NSO 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 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU53 NSO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 NSO registered?

BU53 NSO is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is BU53 NSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 NSO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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