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LA04 GWJ

2004 Kia Magentis

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,682 mi
Last recorded89,682 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Kia Magentis55,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA04 GWJ
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 89,682 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 83,865 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 9 Jun 2015 83,863 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 21 May 2014 78,478 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 May 2013 74,332 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 68,208 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2011 59,660 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside discs pitted

plate bulb dim

Pass 1 Jun 2010 52,994 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 45,298 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 35,279 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 24,757 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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LA04 GWJ is a 2004 Kia Magentis in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LA04 GWJ, 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 LA04 GWJ registered?

LA04 GWJ is a 2004 Kia Magentis, first registered on 17 June 2004.

Is LA04 GWJ safe to buy?

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