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YV03 VDX

2003 Kia Magentis

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,821 mi
Last recorded69,821 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Kia Magentis55,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 VDX
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 69,821 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 63,429 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 57,476 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 54,814 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 53,471 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 48,982 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 48,982 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 47,344 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2012 47,344 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 45,105 miles

rear tyres slightly perished

Fail 22 Mar 2011 45,105 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 25 Mar 2010 41,465 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 38,626 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 36,248 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 33,569 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 30,200 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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YV03 VDX is a 2003 Kia Magentis in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YV03 VDX, 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 YV03 VDX registered?

YV03 VDX is a 2003 Kia Magentis, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is YV03 VDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YV03 VDX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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