EngineMedium
Timing chain and oil neglect on petrol units
- Typically appears
- 80,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Cold start and check the oil condition
2012 Kia Venga problems
A 2012 Kia Venga is now 14 years old, so an average example has covered around 189,000 miles. An early car in the generation · most of the launch teething issues were still being worked through, so recall completion and dealer rectification history matter. Check the state safety inspection and service history alongside the documented faults below, which are sorted by whether a 2012 car has usually reached the mileage where they appear.
Compiled & reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team
Quick answer
The 2012 Kia Venga is 14 years old, so an average example has covered roughly 189,000 miles. At that mileage 2 of the documented faults are already due, so check those first.
Faults a 2012 example has usually reached
Documented onset mileage is at or below the ~189k miles an average 2012 car has covered.
SuspensionLow
Rear beam bush wear
- Typically appears
- 80,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Listen for clonks over bumps
Faults that appear at any mileage
Age, electronics and build-related issues that are not mileage-driven.
BodyMedium
Corrosion on arches and tailgate
- Typically appears
- Age-related
- What to inspect
- Probe the arches and tailgate lip
ElectricalLow
Central locking and window faults
- Typically appears
- Age-related
- What to inspect
- Test all doors and windows
Inspecting a 2012 Kia Venga?
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Check this exact carKia Venga · frequently asked questions
Good trade stock?
Yes for older buyers wanting a high seating position.
Main check?
Corrosion and brake condition on low mileage cars.
Any warranty left?
Rarely, the seven year term has usually expired.