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FT08 FVR

2008 Kia Magentis

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

16,784 mi
Last recorded16,784 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Magentis58,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 FVR
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 16,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2025 12,880 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 8,937 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 8,888 miles

General underbody corrosion

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front discs corroded on inner face

Pass 21 Feb 2017 8,792 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 8,538 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 7,834 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 7,370 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 7,363 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 6,805 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 5,382 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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FT08 FVR is a 2008 Kia Magentis in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2008 Kia Magentis models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 58,817 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 FT08 FVR, 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 18 years old, this Kia Magentis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FT08 FVR registered?

FT08 FVR is a 2008 Kia Magentis, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is FT08 FVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 FVR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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