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LC56 SXT

2007 Kia Magentis

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

49,211 mi
Last recorded49,211 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Kia Magentis57,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC56 SXT
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 49,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 40,142 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 39,129 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 37,757 miles

Brake fluid dirty

Front suspension lower arm front bushes worn

Fail 8 Mar 2023 37,757 miles

Brake fluid dirty

Front suspension lower arm front bushes worn

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 36,128 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 34,903 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 34,903 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 33,722 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 32,034 miles

Front brakes fluctuating significantly

Headlamp lenses clouded

Pass 21 Mar 2018 29,817 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 27,936 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 26,375 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 24,890 miles

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

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

slight corrosion to rear discs

Fail 12 Mar 2015 24,890 miles

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

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

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

slight corrosion to rear discs

Pass 27 Mar 2014 23,135 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 21,114 miles

205/60r16

both front and nearside rear tyre perished on side walls

offside rear tyre perished in the tread

Pass 4 Apr 2012 19,251 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 17,848 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 14,300 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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LC56 SXT is a 2007 Kia Magentis in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2007 Kia Magentis models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 57,860 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 LC56 SXT, 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 19 years old, this Kia Magentis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC56 SXT registered?

LC56 SXT is a 2007 Kia Magentis, first registered on 23 February 2007.

Is LC56 SXT safe to buy?

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