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LX57 YJV

2007 Kia Magentis

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

86,229 mi
Last recorded86,229 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 Kia Magentis57,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX57 YJV
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 86,229 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 6 Sep 2020 86,228 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 79,395 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 69,044 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

o/s and n/s front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 10 Aug 2018 69,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced incorrect pattern (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced incorrect pattern (4.1.4 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

o/s and n/s front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Aug 2017 61,281 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 53,816 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 47,187 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 47,187 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 41,252 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 41,251 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

nail in o/s rear tyre

Pass 14 Aug 2013 35,186 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 29,265 miles

O/S/F tyre has a groove on inner side wall

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 22,790 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 17,195 miles

osf tyre slight inner wear

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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LX57 YJV is a 2007 Kia Magentis in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2007 Kia Magentis models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 57,860 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 LX57 YJV, 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 19 years old, this Kia Magentis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LX57 YJV registered?

LX57 YJV is a 2007 Kia Magentis, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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