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LM05 TZC

2005 Kia Magentis

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,224 mi
Last recorded53,224 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 TZC
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 53,224 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2023 52,956 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2022 41,512 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 41,512 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 36,265 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 35,873 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 35,001 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 34,235 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 33,108 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 33,108 miles

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 31,995 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 30,577 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 25 Jul 2013 27,820 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 25 Jul 2012 25,216 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 22,105 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 18,562 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 15,208 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 11,539 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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LM05 TZC is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LM05 TZC, 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 LM05 TZC?

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What year was LM05 TZC registered?

LM05 TZC is a 2005 Kia Magentis, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is LM05 TZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 TZC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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