2013 KIA Venga 1.6L Diesel · AJ13 KFV

The June 2026 test passed, yet the examiner recorded slight play in both front outer track rod end ball joints and minor damage to the rear tyre sidewalls, indicating that while the vehicle meets the legal standard it exhibits wear that must be addressed. The overall maintenance trend is stable; earlier defects such as the 2024 thin front brake pads were noted but not repeated, and the 2025 lower suspension ball joint issue was documented without recurrence, suggesting that previous corrective actions were effective. The vehicle has covered 57,191 miles over 13 years, averaging roughly 4,400 miles per year, which is low for its age and points to light usage or extended periods of inactivity. Mileage increases steadily each year, with no abrupt jumps, confirming consistent but modest use from the 13,495 mile reading in July 2016 to the current figure. A buyer should inspect the front suspension geometry, checking the track rod ends, ball joints and associated bushes for excessive play or looseness, and examine the rear tyres for sidewall perishing, bulges or uneven wear that could compromise structural integrity. The prior advisory on thin brake pads and the 2025 lower suspension ball joint indicate that the braking system and rear suspension components merit close scrutiny for binding, corrosion or worn mounts, while the tyre condition requires verification that the noted damage has not progressed to a safety‑critical failure.