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FY05 LCX

2005 Kia Magentis

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,658 mi
Last recorded76,658 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Kia Magentis52,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 LCX
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2014 76,658 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2012 64,068 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2012 64,068 miles

Offside Front 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)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 60,178 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 59,763 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 43,219 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 43,174 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 27,960 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 12,838 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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FY05 LCX is a 2005 Kia Magentis in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FY05 LCX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY05 LCX registered?

FY05 LCX is a 2005 Kia Magentis, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is FY05 LCX safe to buy?

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