2015 KIA Venga 1.6L Petrol · LM65 KXE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT history indicates a shift toward reactive maintenance. While the car passed its test on 3 June 2026 at 75,940 miles, it failed immediately prior due to critical safety defects. The tester identified a loose nearside front road wheel fixing and a failing offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint. The presence of these faults suggests the owner may only address mechanical issues once they trigger a failure rather than performing preventative inspections of suspension components. The mileage pattern remains consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,900 miles per year. Between the June 2024 test at 56,837 miles and the June 2025 test at 67,165 miles, the car covered 10,328 miles, showing a slight spike in usage. However, the 8,775 miles recorded between 2025 and 2026 return to a stable usage profile, which explains the gradual degradation of rubber components and brake lines despite the low total mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The June 2026 advisory noted slight corrosion to the ferrules of both nearside and offside front outer brake hoses; while these are currently advisories, corrosion at these connection points often leads to sudden failure. The previous failure regarding a loose wheel fixing is a significant concern that necessitates verifying that all wheel bolts are torqued to specification. Additionally, the anti-roll bar linkage and associated bushings should be checked for play or perished rubber to ensure the repair following the previous failure was comprehensive.