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DG18 BFJ

2018 Kia Venga

Silver Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,310 mi
Last recorded37,310 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Venga22,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG18 BFJ
MakeKia
ModelVenga
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 37,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge - 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge - 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing - both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 35,196 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 31,750 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2024 31,750 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 27,416 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 19,961 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 12,841 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Venga?

Based on 541,498 MOT tests across 49,696 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
4,639
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
49,696
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,040
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DG18 BFJ is a 2018 Kia Venga in Silver with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Kia Venga models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 22,266 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Venga fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 4,040 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG18 BFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Venga typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 8 years old, this Kia Venga is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DG18 BFJ?

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What year was DG18 BFJ registered?

DG18 BFJ is a 2018 Kia Venga, first registered on 5 March 2018.

Is DG18 BFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG18 BFJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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