2004 Kia Magentis: common problems and MOT failures
What MOT testers find on the Kia Magentis first registered in 2004: we looked at the 105 MOTs these cars had during 2023–2025. Plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.
Small sample: there were only 105 MOTs of these cars during 2023–2025, so treat the percentages as rough. The known faults below don't depend on it.
Common 2004 Kia Magentis MOT failures and advisories
The share of 2004 Kia Magentis MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.
- Suspension35% of testsRough price £120–£400
At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.
- Tyres32% of testsRough price £70–£150
At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.
- Brakes32% of testsRough price £150–£350
At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.
- Oil and fluid leaks32% of testsRough price £80–£600
At the viewing: Look under the engine and on the ground where the car is usually parked for fresh oil or fluid.
- Lights and electrics31% of testsRough price £10–£80
At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.
- Driveshafts and joints14% of testsRough price £60–£350
At the viewing: On full steering lock, drive slowly and listen for clicking from the front wheels.
Questions to ask the seller before buying a 2004 Kia Magentis
Ask before you travel to see it. A seller who knows the car will have answers, and receipts.
- Can I see the service history and receipts for any big jobs?
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Other years
Every year of the Kia Magentis compared
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 253 | Suspension 58% |
| 2009 | 335 | Suspension 52% |
| 2008 | 192 | Suspension 54% |
| 2007 | 232 | Suspension 53% |
| 2006 | 333 | Brakes 52% |
| 2005 | 191 | Suspension 38% |
| 2003 | – | Too few tests |
| 2002 | – | Too few tests |
Where this comes from: the DVSA's anonymised results for every MOT test done in Great Britain during 2023–2025, counting the MOTs of Kia Magentis cars first registered in 2004. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score