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YM53 FUW

2003 Kia Magentis

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,529 mi
Last recorded58,529 miles
Recorded on24 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 FUW
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2014 58,529 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 57,816 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 54,893 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 54,893 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 48,272 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 39,738 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 31,109 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 22,953 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 17,465 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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YM53 FUW is a 2003 Kia Magentis in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YM53 FUW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YM53 FUW registered?

YM53 FUW is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is YM53 FUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM53 FUW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YM53 FUW have outstanding finance?

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