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HG53 VZW

2004 Kia Magentis

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

93,503 mi
Last recorded93,503 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Kia Magentis55,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 VZW
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2014 93,503 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 83,766 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 75,920 miles

front nearside headlamp slightly low intensity

front number plate slight damage

Pass 12 Apr 2011 67,925 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 60,396 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 60,342 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 50,176 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 42,165 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 33,353 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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HG53 VZW is a 2004 Kia Magentis in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HG53 VZW, 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 HG53 VZW registered?

HG53 VZW is a 2004 Kia Magentis, first registered on 17 January 2004.

Is HG53 VZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG53 VZW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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