2018 KIA Venga 1.6L Petrol · RO18 AEJ

This vehicle presents a highly stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent record of clean passes. The most recent MOT on 14 April 2025 at 34,604 miles was completed without any defects or advisories. This lack of flagged issues across multiple years suggests a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard or has experienced very little mechanical stress. The mileage is exceptionally low for an eight year old car, averaging roughly 4,326 miles per year. The distance covered between the April 2024 test at 27,023 miles and the April 2025 test at 34,604 miles shows a slight increase in usage compared to previous years, where the vehicle covered only 4,659 miles between April 2022 and April 2023. This pattern indicates the car has spent significant periods of time stationary or in very light urban use. While the MOT history is remarkably clean, the low mileage and periods of inactivity introduce specific risks. A buyer should check for perished rubber components, such as suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, which can degrade due to age regardless of tread depth. The absence of any recorded brake wear or corrosion in the DVSA data is positive, but binding calipers can occur when a vehicle sits idle for long durations. A physical inspection should focus on fluid condition and battery health. Low-mileage engines often suffer from moisture buildup in the oil or degraded coolant if not cycled regularly. Given the clean record, there are no recurring mechanical faults to worry about, but verifying that the vehicle has not suffered from stagnation is the primary priority for a prospective buyer.