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GJ05 FKV

2005 Kia Magentis

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

128,104 mi
Last recorded128,104 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 FKV
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2018 128,104 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 124,254 miles

anti roll bar bushes worn

exhaust has minor blow

gaiters deterioated

oil leak

oil leak

rear center belt slightly frayed not effecting its strength

Pass 9 Mar 2016 120,789 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 119,623 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 113,019 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 100,974 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 89,978 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 80,529 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2012 80,305 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 62,895 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 56,394 miles

Both rear brake discs corroded and pitted.

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

Fail 25 Feb 2011 56,394 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Both rear brake discs corroded and pitted.

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 47,302 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 38,517 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 29,427 miles

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

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

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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GJ05 FKV is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GJ05 FKV, 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 GJ05 FKV registered?

GJ05 FKV is a 2005 Kia Magentis, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is GJ05 FKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ05 FKV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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