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LG55 UAC

2005 Kia Magentis

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

114,360 mi
Last recorded114,360 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2021 114,360 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 112,265 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged slight fraying. (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 110,579 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 107,183 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 102,446 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 97,969 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit slight cracking in tread pattern (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 20 Sep 2016 97,959 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit slight cracking in tread pattern (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 93,896 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 87,181 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 76,966 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 65,970 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 56,310 miles

Front brake discs slightly pitted

Off side front tyre unevenly worn on inner edge

Off side rear tyre close too limit

Pass 17 Sep 2010 51,189 miles

All 4 brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 21 Sep 2009 43,726 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 43,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 31,654 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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LG55 UAC is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UAC, 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 UAC registered?

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

Is LG55 UAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 UAC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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