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SX05 DZL

2005 Kia Magentis

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,774 mi
Last recorded34,774 miles
Recorded on25 May 2013
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX05 DZL
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2013 34,774 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 34,774 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 31,285 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 27,204 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 25,276 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 25,276 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 22,057 miles

both front tyres worn close to limit on inner edges

offside headlamp condensated

Pass 31 Jul 2008 17,138 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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SX05 DZL is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SX05 DZL, 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 SX05 DZL?

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What year was SX05 DZL registered?

SX05 DZL is a 2005 Kia Magentis, first registered on 3 August 2005.

Is SX05 DZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SX05 DZL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SX05 DZL have outstanding finance?

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