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LG55 UAE

2005 Kia Magentis

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

49,103 mi
Last recorded49,103 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 UAE
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2023 49,103 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 48,465 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 46,150 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 43,948 miles

Central Rear Upper Stoplamp Not Working

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 43,948 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Rear Upper Stoplamp Not Working

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 43,199 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and has cut unable to see cord/ply yet. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Feb 2019 43,193 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main pipe over axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 41,732 miles

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorating on outer side wall

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

Fail 26 Feb 2018 41,732 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205 60 15 (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorating on outer side wall

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 40,022 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorating

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 28 Feb 2017 40,022 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorating

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Feb 2016 37,866 miles

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorating

Pass 26 Feb 2015 32,515 miles

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

nearside rear tyre deteriorating on outer sidewall

Pass 28 Feb 2014 28,619 miles

nearside rear tyre perrishing

Fail 1 Mar 2013 27,117 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 27,117 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 24,687 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2012 24,687 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 21,645 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 21,645 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 18,757 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Feb 2010 18,757 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2009 14,657 miles

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

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 UAE is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 UAE, 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 UAE?

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What year was LG55 UAE registered?

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

Is LG55 UAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 UAE shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LG55 UAE have outstanding finance?

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