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BK05 KFA

2005 Kia Magentis

Blue Lpg 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,061 mi
Last recorded84,061 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2013
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 KFA
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2013 84,061 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 29 Mar 2013 84,061 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Mar 2012 65,455 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 65,455 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 28,023 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 19,977 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 16,149 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 12,548 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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BK05 KFA is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Blue with a 1,997cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 BK05 KFA, 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.

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What year was BK05 KFA registered?

BK05 KFA is a 2005 Kia Magentis, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BK05 KFA safe to buy?

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