Kia Venga (2010)
2010 Kia Venga
CarHunch analysed 3,603 real MOT records for the 2010 Kia Venga. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2010 Kia Venga has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.6%, which sits 4.4 points below the UK average of 80%—a meaningful gap that suggests these cars tend to need repairs before passing. More concerning, nearly half (47.5%) of all Vengas analysed have recorded at least one dangerous defect in their MOT history, which is substantially higher than typical and worth flagging as a buyer concern.
The median mileage of 51,593 miles is actually quite low for a 14-year-old car, indicating most examples on the road are lightly used, yet they're still averaging 4.1 failures and 21.9 advisories per test—suggesting age-related wear rather than abuse. If you're considering one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the suspension, brake lines, and structural corrosion, since high advisory counts point to these problem areas.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 3.8 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2010 Kia Venga
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 47.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (57%) | 2,038 | 77.2% | 3.78 |
| Diesel (43%) | 1,564 | 73.4% | 4.51 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 85.7% | 2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2010 Kia Venga vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2010 Kia Venga vehicles fall between 38,712 and 64,864 miles.
2010 Kia Venga — Still on the Road
2,539 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 73% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2010 Kia Venga
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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50.4%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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49.7%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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39.9%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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38.5%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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35.3%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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32.5%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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30.6%
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
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30.3%
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010. Counts include advisories and failures.
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