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GN02 VEA

2002 Kia Magentis

Black Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

137,013 mi
Last recorded137,013 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2010
Typical for 2002 Kia Magentis58,050 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 VEA
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2010 137,013 miles

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

front headlamps steamed up

Pass 16 Nov 2009 128,280 miles

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

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

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

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

bad oil leak from radiator area

Fail 10 Nov 2009 128,280 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

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

bad oil leak from radiator area

Fail 21 Nov 2008 121,492 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 121,492 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 116,321 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 90,069 miles

offside front side light dim

offside rear brake binding slightly

rear tyres close to the limit

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 VEA is a 2002 Kia Magentis in Black with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GN02 VEA, 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

How do I check the history of GN02 VEA?

You can check the full history of GN02 VEA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GN02 VEA registered?

GN02 VEA is a 2002 Kia Magentis, first registered on 18 March 2002.

Is GN02 VEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN02 VEA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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