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BG04 YLY

2004 Kia Magentis

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

94,776 mi
Last recorded94,776 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 Kia Magentis55,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG04 YLY
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2020 94,776 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2020 94,776 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 76,297 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 76,287 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 73,569 miles

Central Front exhaust deterated

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 65,898 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 30 Apr 2018 65,898 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 63,610 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 59,416 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 54,980 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 50,387 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 45,782 miles

n/s/r brake pipe showing signs of corrosion

Pass 16 Apr 2012 41,878 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 41,878 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 38,015 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 34,400 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 30,169 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 25,893 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 19,692 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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BG04 YLY is a 2004 Kia Magentis in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BG04 YLY, 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 BG04 YLY registered?

BG04 YLY is a 2004 Kia Magentis, first registered on 14 April 2004.

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