2010 KIA Venga 1.4L Petrol · LC60 PMV

This Kia Venga presents a stable and clean roadworthiness record, with the most recent MOT in September 2025 at 75,525 miles showing no defects or advisories. The trend over the past three years—spanning five consecutive tests—remains consistently defect-free, indicating no major mechanical failures, structural issues, or recurring wear concerns. The absence of even minor advisories suggests either meticulous maintenance by previous owners or, more likely, a vehicle that has been lightly used and well cared for. Given the DVSA’s rigorous testing standards, this level of compliance is uncommon for a 16-year-old vehicle, particularly one with such low annual mileage. The mileage accumulation is notably slow, averaging just 4,720 miles per year, which is well below the typical UK average for a vehicle of this age. The last three tests—September 2023 (59,799 miles), March 2023 (59,284 miles), and April 2022 (56,067 miles)—reveal a near-stagnant period between March 2023 and September 2024, where the odometer barely moved from 59,284 to 67,440 miles over 18 months. This stagnation, followed by a slight uptick to 75,525 miles by September 2025, implies either infrequent use, extended periods of inactivity, or potential odometer discrepancies. The lack of mileage progression also raises questions about whether the vehicle has been driven regularly or stored for long durations, which could accelerate hidden wear in components like suspension bushes, brake fluid condition, or battery health. For a prospective buyer, the absence of MOT defects does not eliminate the need for a thorough pre-purchase inspection. Key areas to scrutinise include the suspension—particularly the coil springs, anti-roll bars, and bushings—given the vehicle’s age and low mileage, which may mask deferred wear. The brake system should be checked for binding calipers, uneven disc wear, or fluid leaks, even though no MOT issues were recorded. Structural integrity is another priority: inspect for corrosion in wheel arches, sills, and underbody panels, as well as any signs of past accident damage, especially around the rear quarter panels and bumper mounts. While the MOT history is reassuring, a vehicle this old with such low mileage may have deferred maintenance, so a professional inspection of fluid levels, tyre condition, and drivetrain components is strongly advised.