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WL53 DXR

2003 Kia Magentis

Green Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,585 mi
Last recorded93,585 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 DXR
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2013 93,585 miles

Corrosion to fuel tank straps

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 80,127 miles

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

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

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

P.A.S pipe corroded

Slight corrosion to front discs

Pass 14 Dec 2011 66,452 miles

Both front brake discs corroded on inner faces

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

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

Fail 6 Dec 2011 66,452 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Both front brake discs corroded on inner faces

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 55,174 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2010 55,174 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 46,026 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 37,670 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 28,263 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 18,868 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 18,354 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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WL53 DXR is a 2003 Kia Magentis in Green with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WL53 DXR, 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.

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What year was WL53 DXR registered?

WL53 DXR is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is WL53 DXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL53 DXR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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