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AK05 RBU

2005 Kia Magentis

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,892 mi
Last recorded89,892 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 RBU
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 89,892 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 23 Feb 2017 89,892 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Nov 2015 85,806 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 83,602 miles

o s f tyre worn low on edge

Pass 23 Sep 2013 83,055 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 80,526 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 80,487 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 73,156 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 73,111 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 66,555 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 62,491 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 55,745 miles

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

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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AK05 RBU is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AK05 RBU, 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 AK05 RBU registered?

AK05 RBU is a 2005 Kia Magentis, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is AK05 RBU safe to buy?

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