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LX51 EYJ

2001 Kia Magentis

Silver Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

114,929 mi
Last recorded114,929 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Kia Magentis60,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 EYJ
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 114,929 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 109,616 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 103,071 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 96,734 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 89,453 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

front wipers split at tips

Fail 10 Jun 2015 89,453 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

front wipers split at tips

Pass 13 Jun 2014 83,156 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 77,972 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 77,972 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 72,777 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 17 Jun 2011 65,664 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear brake application slightly uneven-21%

Fail 17 Jun 2010 59,889 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 59,889 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 53,584 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 46,252 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 39,132 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 31,023 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2005 31,017 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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LX51 EYJ is a 2001 Kia Magentis in Silver with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LX51 EYJ, 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 LX51 EYJ registered?

LX51 EYJ is a 2001 Kia Magentis, first registered on 31 October 2001.

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