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WU52 BXC

2002 Kia Magentis

Red Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

81,019 mi
Last recorded81,019 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Kia Magentis58,050 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 BXC
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 81,019 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 80,990 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 72,466 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 69,079 miles

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Pass 9 Apr 2015 61,780 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 55,349 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 47,583 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 47,583 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 34,113 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 34,113 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2011 34,422 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Apr 2011 34,422 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 32,080 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 28,860 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 26,135 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 20,235 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 14,958 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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WU52 BXC is a 2002 Kia Magentis in Red with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WU52 BXC, 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 WU52 BXC registered?

WU52 BXC is a 2002 Kia Magentis, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is WU52 BXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU52 BXC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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