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PJ53 PFU

2003 Kia Magentis

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,181 mi
Last recorded15,181 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2008
Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 PFU
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 3 Jan 2008 15,181 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 10,781 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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PJ53 PFU is a 2003 Kia Magentis in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PJ53 PFU, 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 PJ53 PFU registered?

PJ53 PFU is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is PJ53 PFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ53 PFU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PJ53 PFU have outstanding finance?

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