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GK05 CXF

2005 Kia Magentis

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

82,894 mi
Last recorded82,894 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 CXF
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2014 82,894 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 82,551 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 67,664 miles

air bag light on

Pass 23 Feb 2012 61,070 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

nearside rear brake disc very corroded

nearside rear brake effort fluctuating

Fail 23 Feb 2012 61,070 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

nearside rear brake disc very corroded

nearside rear brake effort fluctuating

Pass 26 Feb 2011 53,392 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 42,077 miles

screw in offside rear tread

Fail 25 Feb 2010 42,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

screw in offside rear tread

Pass 25 Feb 2009 31,714 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 31,714 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 22,748 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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GK05 CXF is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GK05 CXF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK05 CXF registered?

GK05 CXF is a 2005 Kia Magentis, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is GK05 CXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK05 CXF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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