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LG55 SVY

2005 Kia Magentis

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,810 mi
Last recorded34,810 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2010
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2010 34,810 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 23,118 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 20,422 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 20,422 miles

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

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

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 SVY is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SVY, 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

How do I check the history of LG55 SVY?

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What year was LG55 SVY registered?

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

Is LG55 SVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 SVY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LG55 SVY have outstanding finance?

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