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GJ61 FHB

2011 Kia Venga

Blue Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

52,190 mi
Last recorded52,190 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Venga52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ61 FHB
MakeKia
ModelVenga
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 52,190 miles

Noise/pay in steering system, recommend repair.

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle/beam corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2025 52,189 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Noise/pay in steering system, recommend repair.

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle/beam corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 49,895 miles

Noise/wear in steering column.

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle/beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wiper deteriorated.

Pass 14 Sep 2023 47,765 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 14 Sep 2023 47,765 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 44,390 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 41,878 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 41,878 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 39,727 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Sep 2020 39,727 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Mar 2020 39,023 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 36,391 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Mar 2019 36,391 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 32,800 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 32,800 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 30,529 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 27,530 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 23,088 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 23,088 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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GJ61 FHB is a 2011 Kia Venga in Blue with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2011 Kia Venga models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 52,230 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 GJ61 FHB, 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 15 years old, this Kia Venga is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ61 FHB registered?

GJ61 FHB is a 2011 Kia Venga, first registered on 21 September 2011.

Is GJ61 FHB safe to buy?

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