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CA02 NLU

2002 Kia Magentis

Black Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

75,836 mi
Last recorded75,836 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2012
Typical for 2002 Kia Magentis58,050 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA02 NLU
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2012 75,836 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both front to rear brake pipes rusty at rear

front brake discs rusty

Fail 6 Jul 2012 75,836 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front to rear brake pipes rusty at rear

Pass 16 Jul 2011 75,821 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both front brake discs rusty

both front brake discs slightly worn

both rear brake discs rusty

front brake pads approx 70% worn

offside and nearside front abs rings cracked abs still working no light on

Fail 16 Jul 2011 75,821 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front brake discs rusty

both front brake discs slightly worn

both rear brake discs rusty

front brake pads approx 70% worn

offside and nearside front abs rings cracked abs still working no light on

Pass 20 Jul 2010 64,636 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 53,343 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 50,093 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2007 46,633 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 40,647 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 40,638 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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CA02 NLU is a 2002 Kia Magentis in Black with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2002 Kia Magentis models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 58,050 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 CA02 NLU, 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 24 years old, this Kia Magentis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CA02 NLU registered?

CA02 NLU is a 2002 Kia Magentis, first registered on 27 June 2002.

Is CA02 NLU safe to buy?

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