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LV53 KBK

2003 Kia Magentis

Green Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

71,542 mi
Last recorded71,542 miles
Recorded on10 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 KBK
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2012 71,542 miles

front discs and pads worn

Fail 9 May 2012 71,542 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front discs and pads worn

Pass 23 May 2011 69,325 miles

frt no plate discolour,o/s/r tyre worn inner edge,slight play frt bottom ball joints

Fail 23 May 2011 69,325 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

frt no plate discolour,o/s/r tyre worn inner edge,slight play frt bottom ball joints

Pass 24 May 2010 66,965 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

o/s/r tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 1 Apr 2009 64,118 miles

front number plate deteriorated but still clearly legible

offside and nearside front tyres both have tread worn low on inner edges

Pass 3 Apr 2008 53,238 miles

front registration plate slightly deteriated (still clearly legible from 20 metres.)

Fail 17 Apr 2007 34,695 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 34,695 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 29,947 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 29,947 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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LV53 KBK is a 2003 Kia Magentis in Green with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 LV53 KBK, 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 LV53 KBK registered?

LV53 KBK is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is LV53 KBK safe to buy?

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