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FC16 AAV

2016 Kia Venga

Red Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,992 mi
Last recorded47,992 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Venga30,310 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC16 AAV
MakeKia
ModelVenga
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 47,992 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 42,342 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2025 42,341 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jan 2024 36,820 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 32,137 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 26,322 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Dec 2021 26,322 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 20,715 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 14,903 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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FC16 AAV is a 2016 Kia Venga in Red with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Kia Venga models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 30,310 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 FC16 AAV, 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 10 years old, this Kia Venga is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FC16 AAV registered?

FC16 AAV is a 2016 Kia Venga, first registered on 19 August 2016.

Is FC16 AAV safe to buy?

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