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LB08 XBX

2008 Kia Magentis

Silver Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

206,796 mi
Last recorded206,796 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Kia Magentis58,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 XBX
MakeKia
ModelMagentis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 206,796 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 206,566 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 189,341 miles

Oil leak

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 May 2014 153,455 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 May 2013 117,163 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 88,388 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 May 2011 66,046 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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LB08 XBX is a 2008 Kia Magentis in Silver with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LB08 XBX, 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 LB08 XBX registered?

LB08 XBX is a 2008 Kia Magentis, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is LB08 XBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 XBX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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