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MA61 WNW

2011 Kia Venga

Black Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

138,298 mi
Last recorded138,298 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Venga52,230 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA61 WNW
MakeKia
ModelVenga
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Fail 29 May 2025 138,298 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Axle fractured (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 135,890 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 May 2024 135,645 miles

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat with a defective structure bolt missing. seat moving (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 133,899 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Jun 2023 133,899 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 132,991 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 124,667 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2021 124,667 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 113,903 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 4 Feb 2020 113,903 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 94,817 miles

engine cover & under tray fitted

Fail 11 Feb 2019 94,753 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2018 72,777 miles

Both rear tyres worn on outer treads

ENGINE OIL VERY LOW

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pad not visible (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pad not visible (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pad not visable (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pad not visable (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Feb 2018 72,777 miles

Both rear tyres worn on outer treads

ENGINE OIL VERY LOW

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pad not visible (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pad not visible (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pad not visable (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pad not visable (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure Bolt missing from fame (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 54,420 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit And balding on inner & outer treads (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and bald on inner tread 205/55/16v (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 17 Jan 2017 54,420 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit And balding on inner & outer treads (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and bald on inner tread 205/55/16v (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 41,847 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 41,845 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wbfm0014 (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wbfm0026 (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 12,669 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 11,934 miles

slight curb dammage n/s/f tyre side wall

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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MA61 WNW is a 2011 Kia Venga in Black with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 MA61 WNW, 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.

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MA61 WNW is a 2011 Kia Venga, first registered on 31 October 2011.

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