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SA02 XMU

2002 Kia Magentis

Blue Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,073 mi
Last recorded80,073 miles
Recorded on3 May 2013
Typical for 2002 Kia Magentis58,050 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA02 XMU
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2013 80,073 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Nearside rear brake has slight restricted free movement

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 May 2012 76,171 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipes corroded

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Radiator leaking

Fail 30 Apr 2012 76,171 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipes corroded

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Radiator leaking

Pass 15 Apr 2011 69,178 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 60,745 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 51,810 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 43,634 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2007 35,890 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 28,894 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 28,894 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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SA02 XMU is a 2002 Kia Magentis in Blue with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Kia Magentis models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 58,050 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 SA02 XMU, 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 24 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 SA02 XMU registered?

SA02 XMU is a 2002 Kia Magentis, first registered on 27 May 2002.

Is SA02 XMU safe to buy?

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