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LC05 VRE

2005 Kia Magentis

Silver Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

75,737 mi
Last recorded75,737 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 VRE
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2016 75,737 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2016 75,737 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 66,166 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2014 62,028 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 May 2014 62,028 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 May 2013 55,392 miles

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

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

advise to get alingment done

Fail 4 May 2013 55,392 miles

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

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

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

advise to get alingment done

Pass 14 May 2012 45,809 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 39,516 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 26,569 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 20,253 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2008 14,569 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 14,566 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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LC05 VRE is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Silver with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LC05 VRE, 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 LC05 VRE registered?

LC05 VRE is a 2005 Kia Magentis, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is LC05 VRE safe to buy?

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