2010 KIA Venga 1.4L Petrol · FY60 DXT

The vehicle shows a significant decline in maintenance standards based on the most recent inspection data. The test conducted in December 2024 at 100,122 miles resulted in a major failure involving critical safety systems, including the electronic power steering, electronic stability control, and the steering lock. These electrical faults, combined with mechanical wear such as an excessively worn nearside front anti-roll bar linkage and a worn rear shock absorber bush, suggest a period of neglect. The presence of an oil leak has appeared consistently between 2023 and 2024, indicating a persistent issue that has not been addressed. At 100,122 miles over 16 years, the car averages approximately 6,250 miles per year, which is consistent with light usage. However, the MOT history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. Between 2019 and 2024, the vehicle repeatedly failed for consumable items, including tyres with exposed cords, damaged valve stems, and thin brake pads. The 2024 failure also noted a nearside rear tyre below the legal 1.6mm limit, confirming that basic upkeep was frequently ignored until a test failure was imminent. Structural integrity is a growing concern for this vehicle. The 2024 record identifies corrosion on the offside front subframe to the front cross member support, as well as corrosion on the axle and trailing mount areas. While these were not considered excessive at the time, the recurring presence of corroded rear coil springs noted in 2021 and 2022 suggests the vehicle is susceptible to environmental rust. A buyer must perform a close inspection of the subframe and mounting points to ensure the corrosion has not progressed beyond the point of structural failure.