KIA VENGA2015 · 1.4L PETROL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a recurring pattern of neglect related to low usage frequency. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 38,687 miles passed, the tester noted significant corrosion on the rear brake discs. This follows a failure in September 2024 where the car was rejected for a blown position lamp and a damaged nearside front tyre alongside the rusty rear brakes. The persistent mention of brake corrosion suggests the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. There is a consistent but slow accumulation between 2022 and 2025, with the car covering only 8,656 miles between the September 2022 and 2025 tests. While this low mileage suggests less mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, it often leads to the degradation of age-related components like rubber seals and the oxidation of metal surfaces like brake rotors, which is clearly evidenced in the MOT record. A buyer must inspect the rear braking system specifically to ensure the corrosion has not compromised the structural integrity of the discs or the calipers. The previous failure for a nearside front tyre sidewall damage necessitates a thorough check for dry rot or impact damage across all four tyres given the low mileage and age. Furthermore, the inspector should scrutinize the suspension bushes and bushings for cracking, as these components often perish due to age and exposure rather than distance driven.