2017 KIA Venga 1.6L Petrol · CU17 OFJ

The 2017 Kia Venga presents a stable and highly favourable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 17 February 2026 at 27,226 miles with zero defects. The absence of any recorded advisories or failures in the most recent three tests indicates a resolving or entirely stable mechanical condition, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in sound operational order. A minor anomaly appears in the 2023 record where a test on 23 March at 15,804 miles registered a failure despite no defects being recorded, though the immediate retest on the same day at 15,805 miles passed cleanly, indicating a swift rectification of whatever triggered the initial refusal. The mileage accumulation aligns with exceptionally light usage, averaging roughly 3,025 miles per year over nine years. Progression between tests remains consistent and low, moving from 15,805 miles in March 2023 to 19,667 miles in March 2024, then 25,409 miles in February 2025, and finally 27,226 miles in February 2026. This steady, low-mileage incrementation rules out rapid accumulation or prolonged periods of total inactivity that typically cause drying of rubber components or corrosion from standing. Given the entirely clean MOT history, there are no recurring mechanical or structural faults to flag. However, low-mileage vehicles often suffer from specific age-related deterioration rather than wear and tear. A buyer must inspect the condition of the tyres for sidewall cracking and perishing, as tread depth may remain legal while the rubber hardens over the nine-year lifespan. Brake discs and calipers require close scrutiny for surface corrosion and potential binding, a common issue when a car covers short distances that fail to generate enough heat to wipe the rotors clean. Suspension bushes and exhaust mounts should be checked for dry rot and cracking, as infrequent use degrades rubber compounds differently than high-mileage driving. While the MOT record confirms structural integrity and zero emissions concerns, a physical inspection of the underbody for corrosion and the engine bay for fluid leaks remains essential to verify the long-term care patterns of the previous owner.