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2017 Kia Venga problems

A 2017 Kia Venga is now 9 years old, so an average example has covered around 121,500 miles. A late-run car · the most reliable part of the generation, but higher-mileage wear items are usually the deciding factor. Check the state safety inspection and service history alongside the documented faults below, which are sorted by whether a 2017 car has usually reached the mileage where they appear.

Compiled & reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team

Quick answer

The 2017 Kia Venga is 9 years old, so an average example has covered roughly 121,500 miles. At that mileage 2 of the documented faults are already due, so check those first.

Faults a 2017 example has usually reached

Documented onset mileage is at or below the ~122k miles an average 2017 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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