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Y226 TKN

2001 Kia Magentis

Red Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

94,048 mi
Last recorded94,048 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 Kia Magentis60,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY226 TKN
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2011 94,048 miles

2 x front discs corroded

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

dampness at power steering bottle

Fail 15 Aug 2011 94,047 miles

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

Nearside An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

2 x front discs corroded

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

dampness at power steering bottle

Pass 20 Aug 2010 72,599 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 72,599 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 58,386 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 47,089 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 47,089 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 41,103 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 37,470 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 30,636 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2005 30,636 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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Y226 TKN is a 2001 Kia Magentis in Red with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2001 Kia Magentis models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 60,556 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y226 TKN, 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 25 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 Y226 TKN registered?

Y226 TKN is a 2001 Kia Magentis, first registered on 13 June 2001.

Is Y226 TKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y226 TKN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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