2011 KIA Venga 1.4L Diesel · LD11 FZV
2011 KIA Venga (1.4L, diesel). First registered 29 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 123,015 miles. MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA VENGA
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,015 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LD11 FZV Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/12/2025
- 123,015 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LD11 FZV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Kia Venga (LD11 FZV) between March 2014 and December 2025.
The record contains 14 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 22 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
LD11 FZV Mileage History
- 10/03/201428,876 mi
- 10/03/201428,876 mi
- 07/03/201537,517 mi+8,641 mi
- 21/03/201642,498 mi+4,981 mi
- 06/03/201749,993 mi+7,495 mi
- 16/03/201858,256 mi+8,263 mi
- 20/03/201858,289 mi+33 mi
- 04/03/201965,568 mi+7,279 mi
- 05/03/201965,568 mi
- 19/08/201966,803 mi+1,235 mi
- 03/08/202071,609 mi+4,806 mi
- 12/08/202071,614 mi+5 mi
- 16/11/202176,335 mi+4,721 mi
- 18/11/202176,336 mi+1 mi
- 03/11/202290,911 mi+14,575 mi
- 14/11/2023105,602 mi+14,691 mi
- 14/11/2023105,606 mi+4 mi
- 20/11/2024113,429 mi+7,823 mi
- 22/12/2025123,015 mi+9,586 mi
- 22/12/2025123,015 mi
Average of roughly 7,987 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Venga
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: KIA VENGA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rear Brake Caliper Seizure and Handbrake Mechanism Binding(Moderate)
The Kia Venga uses rear disc brakes with integrated mechanical handbrake mechanisms that are vulnerable to road grime, salt spray, and moisture corrosion. Because many Vengas are owned by low-mileage drivers who use the brakes gently, the caliper slider pins and handbrake pivot levers corrode, dry out, and stick in their housings. This leads to dragging rear brakes, overheated discs, premature pad wear, and failure during the MOT parking brake efficiency test. Overhauling or replacing the rear calipers and fitting fresh discs and pads is a frequent requirement.
- 1.4 CRDi throttle hesitation and rough running(Moderate)
The 1.4-litre CRDi diesel engine in the Venga can suffer from poor throttle response and hesitation, particularly where the car has been run on cheap or contaminated fuel. The fault is rooted in the fuel injection and engine management system, which can cause uneven fuelling, a flat spot when accelerating, and engine chatter. Because the Venga is often used on short urban trips, poor-quality fuel and infrequent fuel-filter changes can make the condition worse, leaving the car feeling flat and unresponsive when pulling away or overtaking.
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- Rear Brake Caliper Seizure and Handbrake Mechanism BindingModerate
The Kia Venga uses rear disc brakes with integrated mechanical handbrake mechanisms that are vulnerable to road grime, salt spray, and moisture corrosion. Because many Vengas are owned by low-mileage drivers who use the brakes gently, the caliper slider pins and handbrake pivot levers corrode, dry out, and stick in their housings. This leads to dragging rear brakes, overheated discs, premature pad wear, and failure during the MOT parking brake efficiency test. Overhauling or replacing the rear calipers and fitting fresh discs and pads is a frequent requirement.
- 1.4 CRDi throttle hesitation and rough runningModerate
The 1.4-litre CRDi diesel engine in the Venga can suffer from poor throttle response and hesitation, particularly where the car has been run on cheap or contaminated fuel. The fault is rooted in the fuel injection and engine management system, which can cause uneven fuelling, a flat spot when accelerating, and engine chatter. Because the Venga is often used on short urban trips, poor-quality fuel and infrequent fuel-filter changes can make the condition worse, leaving the car feeling flat and unresponsive when pulling away or overtaking.
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