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2014 Kia Venga problems

A 2014 Kia Venga is now 12 years old, so an average example has covered around 162,000 miles. A mid-run car · most launch faults had been addressed by this point, and wear items are the main risk at this age. Check the state safety inspection and service history alongside the documented faults below, which are sorted by whether a 2014 car has usually reached the mileage where they appear.

Compiled & reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team

Quick answer

The 2014 Kia Venga is 12 years old, so an average example has covered roughly 162,000 miles. At that mileage 2 of the documented faults are already due, so check those first.

Faults a 2014 example has usually reached

Documented onset mileage is at or below the ~162k miles an average 2014 car has covered.

EngineMedium

Timing chain and oil neglect on petrol units

Typically appears
80,000+ miles
What to inspect
Cold start and check the oil condition
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

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Kia 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.

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