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MT54 TVE

2004 Kia Magentis

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

109,216 mi
Last recorded109,216 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Kia Magentis55,087 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT54 TVE
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 109,216 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 109,216 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened judder (3.5.1i)

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 97,253 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 97,253 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 85,050 miles

all brake pads worn low

Pass 13 Aug 2013 71,610 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 65,297 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 65,297 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 60,439 miles

front brake discs and pads worn

Fail 2 Jun 2011 60,439 miles

Nearside coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

front brake discs and pads worn

Pass 20 Jan 2010 54,442 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 54,442 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 49,584 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 43,692 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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MT54 TVE is a 2004 Kia Magentis in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Kia Magentis models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 55,087 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 MT54 TVE, 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 22 years old, this Kia Magentis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MT54 TVE registered?

MT54 TVE is a 2004 Kia Magentis, first registered on 16 December 2004.

Is MT54 TVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT54 TVE shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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