2012 KIA Venga 1.4L Diesel · NG12 UVT
2012 KIA Venga (1.4L, diesel). First registered 31 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 97,981 miles. MOT expired on 24 Oct 2025.
- Make & Model
- KIA VENGA
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Oct 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,981 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NG12 UVT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2024
- 97,981 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NG12 UVT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Kia Venga (NG12 UVT) between October 2022 and October 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
NG12 UVT Mileage History
- 20/10/202289,863 mi
- 20/10/202289,879 mi+16 mi
- 21/10/202395,066 mi+5,187 mi
- 21/10/202395,066 mi
- 22/10/202497,981 mi+2,915 mi
Average of roughly 4,046 miles per year across 5 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: Below 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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