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EF54 DZL

2004 Kia Magentis

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

93,662 mi
Last recorded93,662 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 Kia Magentis55,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF54 DZL
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2016 93,662 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 83,478 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 83,478 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 72,340 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 67,794 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 67,794 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 64,206 miles

both front tyres worn on both edges. o/s/f severely worn and strongly advise tyre replaced asap

Pass 23 Jan 2012 59,676 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

air bag warning light on

Pass 5 Jan 2011 53,871 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake discs are rusted

sill covers fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2009 46,802 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 39,215 miles

Front number plate cracked.

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 39,215 miles

Front number plate cracked.

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 29,002 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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EF54 DZL is a 2004 Kia Magentis in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Kia Magentis models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 55,087 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 EF54 DZL, 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 22 years old, this Kia Magentis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EF54 DZL registered?

EF54 DZL is a 2004 Kia Magentis, first registered on 27 November 2004.

Is EF54 DZL safe to buy?

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