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KY53 BBJ

2003 Kia Magentis

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 BBJ
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017

wipers starting to smear

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer boot (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 77,054 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside mirror damaged / cracked

engine management light is on

wipers starting to smear

Pass 6 Sep 2014 57,700 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 61,252 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 53,082 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 51,967 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 42,542 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 32,843 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 24,016 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 13,713 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 13,713 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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KY53 BBJ is a 2003 Kia Magentis in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Kia Magentis models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 55,306 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 KY53 BBJ, 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 23 years old, this Kia Magentis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KY53 BBJ registered?

KY53 BBJ is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is KY53 BBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY53 BBJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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