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DE55 GYD

2005 Kia Magentis

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,025 mi
Last recorded80,025 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 GYD
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2014 80,025 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 44,554 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 44,554 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Near side front tyre sidewall perished.

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

Offside rear tyre sidewallperished.

Pass 4 Oct 2012 30,303 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 27,103 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 27,103 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 23,945 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 19,422 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 14,033 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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DE55 GYD is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DE55 GYD, 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 DE55 GYD registered?

DE55 GYD is a 2005 Kia Magentis, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is DE55 GYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 GYD shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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