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GD53 VAU

2004 Kia Magentis

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,016 mi
Last recorded123,016 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2010
Typical for 2004 Kia Magentis55,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD53 VAU
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2010 123,016 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2010 123,016 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 114,022 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 77,652 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 38,904 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 34,581 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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GD53 VAU is a 2004 Kia Magentis in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GD53 VAU, 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 GD53 VAU registered?

GD53 VAU is a 2004 Kia Magentis, first registered on 29 January 2004.

Is GD53 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD53 VAU shows 6 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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