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DU53 YZB

2003 Kia Magentis

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,223 mi
Last recorded17,223 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 YZB
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 17,223 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 15,427 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2024 15,378 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Aim not tested due to lights not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Aim not tested due to lights not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 13,557 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT , NEARSIDE REAR AND OFFSIDE REAR TYRES ARE 21 YEARS OLD (ALL HAVE SAME DOT CODE OF 44/02

Fail 14 Sep 2023 13,553 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

ALL TYRES ARE 21 YEARS OLD (ALL HAVE SAME DOT CODE OF 44/02

Pass 16 Sep 2022 11,445 miles

ALL FOUR TYRES MANUFACTURED IN 2002 (20 YEARS OLD)

Fail 15 Sep 2022 11,418 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

ALL FOUR TYRES MANUFACTURED IN 2002 (20 YEARS OLD)

Pass 7 Sep 2021 10,009 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 9,764 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 9,444 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 8,721 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 8,023 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 6,742 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 6,742 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 5,471 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 4,205 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 Sep 2014 4,205 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 11 Sep 2013 4,205 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 3,791 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 2,836 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 2,666 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 2,261 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 2,078 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 1,918 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 1,736 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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DU53 YZB is a 2003 Kia Magentis in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 DU53 YZB, 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

How do I check the history of DU53 YZB?

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What year was DU53 YZB registered?

DU53 YZB is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is DU53 YZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 YZB shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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