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MX51 OXB

2001 Kia Magentis

Grey Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,670 mi
Last recorded70,670 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Kia Magentis60,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 OXB
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 70,670 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 11 Nov 2025 70,669 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 68,421 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2023 65,710 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 61,864 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded

exhaust system deteriorated/corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2021 60,061 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust corroded

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both rear shock absorbers corroded

Fail 20 Sep 2021 60,061 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust corroded

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both rear shock absorbers corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2020 59,160 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth non edges and close to limit - 205/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Oct 2020 59,159 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth non edges and close to limit - 205/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear slight bind

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

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2019 56,677 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front washer jet inop

Offside Front washer supply limited spray

auto gearbox has minor oil leak

Fail 28 Sep 2019 56,665 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded has marked (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded has marked (1.1.11 (c))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front washer jet inop

Offside Front washer supply limited spray

auto gearbox has minor oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2018 55,077 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2017 52,064 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 47,608 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 41,704 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 41,256 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 38,486 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 36,122 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 35,072 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 33,674 miles

front disc worn

Pass 9 Sep 2009 31,822 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 27,776 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 23,276 miles

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

front pads half worn

Pass 27 Sep 2006 18,456 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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MX51 OXB is a 2001 Kia Magentis in Grey with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MX51 OXB, 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 MX51 OXB registered?

MX51 OXB is a 2001 Kia Magentis, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is MX51 OXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX51 OXB shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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