2014 KIA Venga 1.4L Petrol · LT14 YVX

The KIA Venga’s most recent MOT test on January 10, 2025, at 101,580 miles confirmed full roadworthiness with no defects or advisories, indicating the vehicle passed all mandatory checks for brakes, suspension, steering, and emissions. The absence of failures or advisories across the last five tests—spanning January 2022 to January 2025—suggests a stable maintenance pattern, though the duplicate entry for January 2024 (one pass, one fail at identical mileage) appears anomalous and may warrant clarification. No recurring faults were recorded, which is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage, as suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers typically show wear by 100,000 miles. The lack of advisories also implies that any minor issues were either overlooked or resolved between tests. The recorded mileage progression of roughly 8,500 miles annually aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, without abrupt spikes or prolonged inactivity. The gap between tests is consistent at one year, which is standard practice, though the duplicate MOT entry in early 2024—where the vehicle was tested twice at the same mileage—stands out as an inconsistency. There is no evidence of extended periods off the road, which could have allowed corrosion to develop on underbody components or suspension parts. However, the steady mileage accumulation suggests regular use, which generally correlates with more predictable wear patterns. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, as these often fail without prior warning. The brakes, though not flagged in tests, should be scrutinised for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has been driven hard or in wet conditions. Underbody corrosion, particularly around the sills and wheel arches, is another critical area to examine, as it can compromise structural integrity. The absence of advisories in recent tests makes it unusual for major issues to have been missed, but a thorough visual and functional check remains essential to confirm the vehicle’s true condition beyond the MOT’s limited scope.