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GN52 VEB

2002 Kia Magentis

Blue Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,660 mi
Last recorded108,660 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2011
Typical for 2002 Kia Magentis58,050 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN52 VEB
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2011 108,660 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicle tested in wet conditions.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

warning light on dash

Fail 22 Jul 2011 108,364 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

warning light on dash

Pass 11 Jun 2010 90,024 miles

slight rusting front discs

Pass 9 Jul 2009 89,968 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 89,968 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2008 74,441 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 59,153 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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GN52 VEB is a 2002 Kia Magentis in Blue 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 GN52 VEB, 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 GN52 VEB registered?

GN52 VEB is a 2002 Kia Magentis, first registered on 16 September 2002.

Is GN52 VEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN52 VEB 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.

Does GN52 VEB have outstanding finance?

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