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GD05 LAO

2005 Kia Magentis

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

42,224 mi
Last recorded42,224 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD05 LAO
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2019 42,224 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 39,900 miles

Rear Brake pads low

Pass 15 Aug 2017 37,176 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 35,190 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 32,316 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 31,029 miles

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

both rear tyres showing signs of age (cracking on side walls)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 27,921 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 25,326 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2011 21,195 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 17,240 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW.

Pass 20 Aug 2009 14,357 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 14,357 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 12,042 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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GD05 LAO is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Kia Magentis models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 52,503 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 GD05 LAO, 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 21 years old, this Kia Magentis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GD05 LAO registered?

GD05 LAO is a 2005 Kia Magentis, first registered on 24 August 2005.

Is GD05 LAO safe to buy?

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