2017 KIA Venga 1.6L Petrol · PT54 PTT
2017 KIA Venga (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28 Apr 2017. Recorded mileage 45,472 miles. MOT expired on 08 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA VENGA
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 45,472 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PT54 PTT Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2025
- 45,472 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PT54 PTT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Kia Venga (PT54 PTT) between July 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
PT54 PTT Mileage History
- 07/07/202226,622 mi
- 21/06/202333,030 mi+6,408 mi
- 27/06/202440,084 mi+7,054 mi
- 02/07/202545,472 mi+5,388 mi
Average of roughly 6,311 miles per year across 4 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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