2014 KIA Venga 1.6L Diesel · SL63 XTH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the most recent inspection indicates a period of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed the February 2026 test at 86,629 miles, it failed earlier that same day due to multiple safety defects. The tester identified excessive play in the offside track rod end and an excessively worn nearside front anti-roll bar linkage, alongside two front tyres reaching the legal minimum tread limit. This suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical wear and safety items when forced by an MOT failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per annum. Between February 2023 and February 2026, the car covered 16,082 miles, representing a steady usage rate of roughly 5,360 miles per year during that interval. This lower annual mileage generally reduces stress on the drivetrain and engine, though the noisy nearside rear wheel bearing noted back at 76,390 miles shows that rubber components are beginning to age despite the low total mileage. A buyer should focus specifically on the front suspension geometry during a physical inspection. The history of worn track rod ends and anti-roll bar links indicates a potential for wider degradation of suspension bushes and steering components. It is also necessary to check the rear wheel bearing for any remaining hum or play to the 2024 advisory was properly rectified. Given the recent failure for low tread depth, verify the quality and age of the current tyres to ensure they were replaced with reputable brands rather than budget alternatives.