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YK02 BYA

2002 Kia Magentis

Black Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

111,890 mi
Last recorded111,890 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2014
Typical for 2002 Kia Magentis58,050 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK02 BYA
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2014 111,890 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 111,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2013 106,330 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 106,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 May 2012 102,382 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2011 98,637 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 98,637 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2010 95,085 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 90,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 90,166 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 85,431 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 85,233 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

wipers split

Pass 24 May 2006 77,269 miles

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

advise power steering belt spliting

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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YK02 BYA is a 2002 Kia Magentis in Black with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 YK02 BYA, 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

How do I check the history of YK02 BYA?

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What year was YK02 BYA registered?

YK02 BYA is a 2002 Kia Magentis, first registered on 14 June 2002.

Is YK02 BYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK02 BYA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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