2016 KIA Venga 1.6L Petrol · H27 MRY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a recent shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. While the car passed its February 2026 test at 75,270 miles, it failed an inspection just ten days prior at 75,170 miles. This failure revealed multiple critical issues across the braking, suspension, and tyre systems. The trend suggests a period of neglect where the owner only addressed faults once necessary to secure an MOT certificate, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. Between February 2024 at 64,088 miles and February 2025 at 70,513 miles, the car covered 6,425 miles. The subsequent interval saw another 4,757 miles leading up to the 2026 tests. This steady accumulation suggests moderate use, which generally spares the mechanical components but can lead to the gradual degradation of rubber components and brake hardware seen in the recent failure data. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. The February 2026 failure flagged thin brake pads on all four wheels and low brake efficiency, indicating a full system overhaul was likely required. Furthermore, the offside front track rod end showed excessive play, which suggests wear in the steering linkage. The buyer should check other suspension bushes and joints for similar wear, as the nearside rear tyre also showed signs of perishing and uneven wear, potentially pointing to alignment issues or age-related rubber degradation.