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LG55 SVV

2005 Kia Magentis

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,951 mi
Last recorded44,951 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 SVV
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 44,951 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 13 Jun 2019 44,951 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 34,953 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 28,707 miles

Front number plate damaged

Nearside Front Outer cv boot leaking

Fail 22 Feb 2017 28,707 miles

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

Front number plate damaged

Nearside Front Outer cv boot leaking

Pass 11 Feb 2016 24,311 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 20,396 miles

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

n/s outer cv gaiter inner clip loose

Pass 2 Sep 2013 17,614 miles

all four tyres perishing

Pass 9 Jul 2012 12,180 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all tyres slightly perished

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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LG55 SVV is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LG55 SVV, 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 LG55 SVV registered?

LG55 SVV is a 2005 Kia Magentis, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is LG55 SVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 SVV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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