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M21 TYB

2002 Kia Magentis

Black Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

56,893 mi
Last recorded56,893 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2010
Typical for 2002 Kia Magentis58,050 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM21 TYB
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2010 56,893 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 53,596 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 53,596 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 47,682 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Sep 2008 47,682 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2007 45,340 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 34,086 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 33,459 miles

Nearside Rear 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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M21 TYB is a 2002 Kia Magentis in Black with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 M21 TYB, 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 M21 TYB registered?

M21 TYB is a 2002 Kia Magentis, first registered on 23 March 2002.

Is M21 TYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M21 TYB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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