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B14 SMG

2004 Kia Magentis

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,188 mi
Last recorded86,188 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Kia Magentis55,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB14 SMG
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2015 86,188 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded offside front pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 80,241 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 72,237 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 60,852 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 52,964 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 47,292 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 44,147 miles

centre bushes worn on front anti-roll bar

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 8 May 2008 41,860 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 30,381 miles

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)

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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B14 SMG is a 2004 Kia Magentis in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 B14 SMG, 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 B14 SMG registered?

B14 SMG is a 2004 Kia Magentis, first registered on 27 April 2004.

Is B14 SMG safe to buy?

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