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LV53 UKU

2003 Kia Magentis

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

74,235 mi
Last recorded74,235 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2009
Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 UKU
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2009 74,235 miles

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

both CV boots worn

nearside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 30 Sep 2008 61,984 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 47,791 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 47,791 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 36,725 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 20,411 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 19 Sep 2006 36,686 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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 UKU is a 2003 Kia Magentis in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 UKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LV53 UKU?

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What year was LV53 UKU registered?

LV53 UKU is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LV53 UKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 UKU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV53 UKU have outstanding finance?

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