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VK05 TVE

2005 Kia Magentis

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

112,155 mi
Last recorded112,155 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 TVE
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2016 112,155 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 112,155 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 100,243 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 87,531 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 87,531 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 86,145 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 86,145 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 84,432 miles

EXTENSIVE AUTO BOX FLUID LEAK AT FRONT OF ENGINE BAY

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE 2MM / BADLY WORN ON INSIDE EDGE

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE WORN UNEVENLY ON INSIDE EDGE

Pass 6 Jun 2011 80,111 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 69,309 miles

handbrake close to having no reserve travel.

Pass 15 May 2009 53,231 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 36,855 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 31 May 2008 36,855 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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VK05 TVE is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VK05 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 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 VK05 TVE registered?

VK05 TVE is a 2005 Kia Magentis, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is VK05 TVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK05 TVE shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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