Kia Magentis MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Kia Magentis. Check any Magentis by registration number below.

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70.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-15.2%

vs Kia Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Kia Magentis — MOT Reliability Overview

The Kia Magentis has an average MOT pass rate of 70.9%, which is 15.2 percentage points below the Kia brand average of 86.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Magentis on the road.

The most common reasons a Kia Magentis fails its MOT are brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. If you are preparing your Magentis for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Kia Magentis, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Kia Magentis performs at MOT across different model years.

2011

Based on 94 vehicles

93.6%Excellent

Kia average: 86.2%

2010

Based on 227 vehicles

64.8%Below Average

Kia average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

11.8%

Retest Rate

28.6%

2009

Based on 295 vehicles

61.4%Below Average

Kia average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

8.8%

Retest Rate

25.8%

2008

Based on 188 vehicles

60.1%Below Average

Kia average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

32.5%

2007

Based on 221 vehicles

58.4%Below Average

Kia average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

7.3%

Retest Rate

33.9%

2006

Based on 309 vehicles

60.8%Below Average

Kia average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

10.5%

Retest Rate

32.0%

2005

Based on 164 vehicles

67.7%Average

Kia average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

22.0%

2004

Based on 93 vehicles

72.0%Average

Kia average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

20.8%

2003

Based on 58 vehicles

74.1%Average

Kia average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

21.2%

2002

Based on 38 vehicles

76.3%Good

Kia average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

9.5%

Retest Rate

4.8%

2001

Based on 55 vehicles

90.9%Excellent

Kia average: 86.2%

Mileage at 10yr

212k mi

0

Based on 962 vehicles

71.3%Average

Kia average: 86.2%

Mileage at 5yr

85k mi

Top MOT Failures — Kia Magentis

The most common reasons a Kia Magentis fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

6.1%

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

5.9%

Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

5.3%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

4.8%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

4.5%

Kia Magentis Common Faults & Repair Costs

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Compare MOT reliability across Kia models.

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100.0% pass rate

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56.6% pass rate

Kia Xceed Edition Isg

90.2% pass rate

Kia Ceed

87.6% pass rate

Kia Sorento

80.3% pass rate

Kia Stinger

90.8% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Kia Magentis

Kia Magentis — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Kia Magentis MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Kia Magentis?

The average MOT pass rate for the Kia Magentis is 70.9% compared to the Kia average of 86.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Kia Magentis?

The most common MOT failures on the Kia Magentis are: Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (6.1%), A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play (5.9%), Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake (5.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Kia Magentis reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 70.9%, the Kia Magentis is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Kia Magentis?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Kia Magentis?

Typical mileage for the Kia Magentis: 211,986 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Magentis to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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