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KG52 KNJ

2002 Kia Magentis

Red Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2016
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

136,503 mi
Last recorded136,503 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Kia Magentis58,050 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG52 KNJ
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 136,503 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 136,503 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 120,417 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 110,833 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Dec 2012 107,481 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside 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)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 107,481 miles

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

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

Offside 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)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 99,429 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 99,429 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 15 Dec 2010 91,411 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 91,411 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 80,083 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 80,083 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 68,798 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 68,741 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 57,625 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 47,529 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 47,365 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2005 34,957 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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KG52 KNJ is a 2002 Kia Magentis in Red with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 KG52 KNJ, 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 KG52 KNJ registered?

KG52 KNJ is a 2002 Kia Magentis, first registered on 29 November 2002.

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The MOT history for KG52 KNJ shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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