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GN02 SYU

2002 Kia Magentis

Blue Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,349 mi
Last recorded88,349 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 2002 Kia Magentis58,050 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 SYU
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2014 88,349 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2013 81,237 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 72,984 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT IS ON.

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)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 66,726 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 66,704 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

o/s/r disc in poor condition

Pass 28 Apr 2010 61,402 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 61,402 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 55,073 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 48,150 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 48,150 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 41,168 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 32,436 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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GN02 SYU is a 2002 Kia Magentis in Blue with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GN02 SYU, 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 GN02 SYU registered?

GN02 SYU is a 2002 Kia Magentis, first registered on 23 May 2002.

Is GN02 SYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN02 SYU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GN02 SYU have outstanding finance?

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