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MM03 URT

2003 Kia Magentis

Red Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,036 mi
Last recorded71,036 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2011
Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM03 URT
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2011 71,036 miles

Rear brake disc faces starting to corrode but not effecting braking at time of test

Pass 19 Jul 2010 66,208 miles

front brake discs corroded and worn

Fail 13 Jul 2010 66,203 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 16 Jun 2009 60,070 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 50,713 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 50,485 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 42,707 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 42,484 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 33,148 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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MM03 URT is a 2003 Kia Magentis in Red with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MM03 URT, 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 MM03 URT registered?

MM03 URT is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 28 June 2003.

Is MM03 URT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM03 URT shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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