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NY52 SWZ

2003 Kia Magentis

Black Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

75,132 mi
Last recorded75,132 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY52 SWZ
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2019 75,132 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2019 75,132 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 69,330 miles

Both front tyres outer and inner edges worn

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2017 62,545 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 55,713 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 50,068 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 45,892 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 45,892 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 40,689 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 35,078 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 35,078 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 32,710 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 32,710 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 31,962 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 30,587 miles

hand brake long

Pass 31 Jan 2008 29,652 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 28,086 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 26,897 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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NY52 SWZ is a 2003 Kia Magentis in Black with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NY52 SWZ, 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 NY52 SWZ?

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What year was NY52 SWZ registered?

NY52 SWZ is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is NY52 SWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NY52 SWZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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