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LA08 VJY

2008 Kia Magentis

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2022
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,870 mi
Last recorded91,870 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Magentis58,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 VJY
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 91,870 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2021 91,851 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 72,706 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 72,685 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 71,304 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Oct 2019 71,292 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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LA08 VJY is a 2008 Kia Magentis in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 LA08 VJY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA08 VJY registered?

LA08 VJY is a 2008 Kia Magentis, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is LA08 VJY safe to buy?

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