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LV05 LLF

2005 Kia Magentis

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

43,112 mi
Last recorded43,112 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 LLF
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 43,112 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 43,112 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 39,430 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 36,325 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 33,136 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 33,136 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2010 29,675 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 29,675 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2009 24,214 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 19,345 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 19,345 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (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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LV05 LLF is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 LV05 LLF, 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 LV05 LLF registered?

LV05 LLF is a 2005 Kia Magentis, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is LV05 LLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 LLF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV05 LLF have outstanding finance?

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