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DF53 MTZ

2003 Kia Magentis

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,456 mi
Last recorded74,456 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 MTZ
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2013 74,456 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2012 67,307 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2012 67,231 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front 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 Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 59,693 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 51,736 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2009 43,310 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 31,643 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 31,643 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Dec 2007 25,309 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 17,927 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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DF53 MTZ is a 2003 Kia Magentis in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DF53 MTZ, 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 DF53 MTZ registered?

DF53 MTZ is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is DF53 MTZ safe to buy?

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