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YU05 VLJ

2005 Kia Magentis

Blue Lpg 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,427 mi
Last recorded93,427 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU05 VLJ
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2016 93,427 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 88,924 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Mar 2015 88,924 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

parking brake noisey when applied but working ok

Pass 11 Mar 2014 82,288 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 64,566 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 57,856 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 36,648 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 26,529 miles

Cracks/ cuts forming on sidewalls of nearside front tyre & both rear tyres

Inside tread wearing on front tyres ( check tracking )

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 26,529 miles

Cracks/ cuts forming on sidewalls of nearside front tyre & both rear tyres

Inside tread wearing on front tyres ( check tracking )

Pass 2 Mar 2009 12,269 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 10,560 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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YU05 VLJ is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Blue with a 1,997cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YU05 VLJ, 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 YU05 VLJ?

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What year was YU05 VLJ registered?

YU05 VLJ is a 2005 Kia Magentis, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is YU05 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU05 VLJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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