2011 KIA Venga 1.4L Diesel · SY60 YGT
2011 KIA Venga (1.4L, diesel). First registered 31 Jan 2011. Recorded mileage 105,617 miles. MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA VENGA
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Inverness
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,617 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SY60 YGT Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/09/2026
- 105,617 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SY60 YGT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Kia Venga (SY60 YGT) between January 2014 and September 2026.
The record contains 14 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 25 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (13 issues), Lighting (12 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 39 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Central Rear Seat belt missing buckle (7.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))”; “Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.
SY60 YGT Mileage History
- 20/01/201447,055 mi
- 16/02/201549,058 mi+2,003 mi
- 18/02/201654,549 mi+5,491 mi
- 19/02/201654,549 mi
- 18/02/201757,860 mi+3,311 mi
- 25/02/201757,866 mi+6 mi
- 16/02/201861,920 mi+4,054 mi
- 13/02/201967,295 mi+5,375 mi
- 13/02/201967,295 mi
- 18/06/201969,080 mi+1,785 mi
- 06/07/202073,864 mi+4,784 mi
- 28/06/202177,052 mi+3,188 mi
- 22/06/202281,229 mi+4,177 mi
- 14/06/202384,828 mi+3,599 mi
- 15/06/202384,833 mi+5 mi
- 18/06/202489,984 mi+5,151 mi
- 25/09/202490,034 mi+50 mi
- 24/09/202598,179 mi+8,145 mi
- 29/09/202598,189 mi+10 mi
- 25/09/2026105,617 mi+7,428 mi
Average of roughly 4,619 miles per year across 20 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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