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GN51 AXT

2001 Kia Magentis

Blue Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

89,360 mi
Last recorded89,360 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2023
Typical for 2001 Kia Magentis60,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 AXT
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2023 89,360 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 88,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 86,232 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 85,434 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 85,434 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 82,518 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Feb 2019 82,518 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 80,211 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 80,211 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 77,381 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 77,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 73,399 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 68,948 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)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 64,346 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 60,220 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 55,478 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 55,478 miles

Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 49,190 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 49,175 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 45,088 miles

Both front brake pads worn low.

Fail 29 Aug 2008 41,299 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 41,299 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 30,954 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 20,741 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 16,525 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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GN51 AXT is a 2001 Kia Magentis in Blue with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 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 GN51 AXT, 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.

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What year was GN51 AXT registered?

GN51 AXT is a 2001 Kia Magentis, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GN51 AXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 AXT shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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