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MJ53 SXB

2003 Kia Magentis

Green Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

140,001 mi
Last recorded140,001 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2011
Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 SXB
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2011 140,001 miles

front discs slightly worn

Pass 7 Jan 2010 100,301 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2008 61,415 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2008 61,415 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2007 45,367 miles

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

o/s/r tyre nail in shoulder [not repairable].

Fail 3 Nov 2007 45,367 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

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

o/s/r tyre nail in shoulder [not repairable].

Pass 25 Oct 2006 33,111 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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MJ53 SXB is a 2003 Kia Magentis in Green with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MJ53 SXB, 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 MJ53 SXB registered?

MJ53 SXB is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 7 November 2003.

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The MOT history for MJ53 SXB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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