2015 KIA Venga 1.4L Diesel · JW53 BJS

The vehicle failed the most recent MOT on 13 November 2025 at 97,356 miles, with defects in the off‑side rear stop lamp, near‑side front position lamp and slight play in the near‑side front suspension arm ball joint. Earlier tests from 2024 onward were passed, indicating the maintenance record was previously stable but the latest failure shows unresolved mechanical issues, so the current status is not roadworthy without remedial work. The odometer rose from 26,482 miles in May 2018 to 97,356 miles in November 2025, averaging about 8,850 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 2015 model. However, the jump from 83,917 miles in November 2024 to 97,356 miles in November 2025 represents an accelerated accumulation of roughly 13,500 miles in one year, and the presence of two MOTs on the same day at 53,160 miles in 2020 suggests repeated testing after minor repairs. Overall the mileage trend is broadly consistent but shows a recent uptick. Buyer inspection points: the recurring tyre wear on the edges and frequent brake pad wear below 1.5 mm indicate the need for a close examination of tyre tread depth and brake component condition. The documented play in the front suspension arm ball joint and previous failures of the off‑side rear stop lamp and near‑side front position lamp point to a focus on suspension bushings, steering linkage and electrical lighting. The repeated washer and wiper blade defects, and the history of windscreen items being removed, suggest checking the windscreen integrity and washer system.