2011 KIA Venga 1.4L Diesel · OU61 WSW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension integrity. While it passed the most recent March 2026 test at 93,712 miles, this followed a failure just four days prior where multiple critical issues were identified. The tester flagged all four coil springs, though only the offside front appears to have addressed before the subsequent pass. The presence of corrosion on the rear subframe mounting area indicates that the chassis is beginning to show age-related oxidation, which requires close monitoring. The recorded mileage of 93,712 miles over 15 years reflects an average usage of approximately 6,250 miles per year. This low annual mileage is typical for a vehicle of this age, yet the gap between certain tests suggests periods of inactivity. For instance, the car covered only 1,886 miles between July 2024 and March 2025, despite the eight-month interval between those tests. This pattern of low use often correlates with the degradation of rubber components, such as the perishing tyres noted in July 2023. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front suspension and steering assembly. The history shows a recurring pattern of ball joint play and deteriorated boots, with faults appearing in 2023, 2024, and 2026. The 2024 recommendation for further investigation into the steering rack remains unaddressed in the later records and represents a potential safety-related cost. Additionally, the pitted and scored brake discs noted in 2024 suggest the braking system is nearing the end of its effective life, and the buyer should verify the subframe corrosion has not progressed beyond surface-level scaling into structural failure.