2012 KIA Venga 1.6L Petrol · YY62 NTX

The 2012 Kia Venga passed its most recent MOT on 9 January 2026 at 57,003 miles, but the record reveals a worsening corrosion trend that demands caution. That pass came just one day after a failure on 8 January 2026 for a fractured offside front coil spring, which was clearly repaired in a single day to secure the certificate. Even with that fix, the tester flagged extensive corrosion advisories across the front and rear sub-frames, both rear shock absorber outer casings, and both front and rear brake pipes. The sub-frame and mounting corrosion was deemed "not seriously weakened" or "not considered excessive," yet the language has escalated over successive tests, suggesting the structural deterioration is progressive rather than stable. At roughly 4,072 miles per year over fourteen years, this is a low-mileage vehicle. The MOT record supports that, with only 3,500 miles covered between the October 2025 test at 56,649 miles and the January 2026 tests at 57,003 miles, and about 2,500 miles in the preceding year. Low annual mileage often means long periods of standing, which accelerates corrosion in sub-frames, brake pipes, and shock absorber casings, exactly the pattern visible here. The mileage progression is consistent and shows no suspicious gaps, but the corrosion profile is more typical of a damp, stationary lifestyle than regular use. Buyers should inspect the front and rear sub-frames and their mounting points in person, paying close attention to the "not seriously weakened" areas flagged in January 2026. Corrosion at these locations can deteriorate rapidly once surface protection is compromised, and the progression from "upper limit" advisories in October 2025 to repeated mentions in January 2026 suggests the condition is not static. The brake pipes on both axles have been consistently flagged as corroded and contaminated with grease or other material since at least October 2025, and the rear shock absorber casings show heavy corrosion. Both items warrant a physical inspection to determine whether the corrosion is superficial or has compromised wall thickness and structural integrity. The fractured offside front coil spring from the January 2026 failure is a serious mechanical fault that was evidently replaced, but the condition of the matching nearside spring and the remaining suspension bushes should be checked, as the October 2025 test also flagged a worn rear-most front suspension arm bush. Tyre condition has been flagged intermittently, with the offside rear showing cracking or perishing in January 2026. Given the recurring corrosion across sub-frames, brake lines, dampers, and suspension components, a pre-purchase inspection focusing on structural rust and brake system integrity is strongly advised before committing to this vehicle.