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GF02 LZA

2002 Kia Magentis

Black Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,137 mi
Last recorded75,137 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Kia Magentis58,050 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF02 LZA
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Nov 2017 75,137 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe assembly inc box (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear tyre flat worn on shoulders

Offside Rear tyre worn on shoulders

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Dec 2016 68,639 miles

Offside Front brake dics in poor ciondition

Rear slight blow from exhaust

Pass 13 Feb 2016 61,624 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 52,694 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 45,936 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Feb 2013 38,689 miles

both h/lamp image weak

Fail 2 Feb 2013 38,689 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both h/lamp image weak

Pass 18 Feb 2012 30,896 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 30,896 miles

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

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

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

n/s/r tyre bald outer edge

Pass 22 Jan 2011 22,581 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 13,507 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 4,427 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 34,139 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 26,200 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 26,199 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Sep 2005 17,247 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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GF02 LZA is a 2002 Kia Magentis in Black with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GF02 LZA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF02 LZA registered?

GF02 LZA is a 2002 Kia Magentis, first registered on 30 May 2002.

Is GF02 LZA safe to buy?

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