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MA53 EDU

2003 Kia Magentis

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

46,026 mi
Last recorded46,026 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA53 EDU
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2016 46,026 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 42,891 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 42,876 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 40,003 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 37,829 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 33,272 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 29,950 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 29,950 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 26,592 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 22,851 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 19,213 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 16,142 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 13,331 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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MA53 EDU is a 2003 Kia Magentis in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 MA53 EDU, 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

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What year was MA53 EDU registered?

MA53 EDU is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is MA53 EDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA53 EDU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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