KIA VENGA (2018)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 5,701 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
93%
Total Tests (2024)
5,701
Avg Mileage
29,796 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2018 KIA VENGA reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the KIA brand average of 86%.
At 6 years old, 93% of KIA VENGAs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 5,701 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 29,796 miles.
How does the 2018 KIA VENGA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2018 KIA VENGA has 29,796 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a KIA VENGA?
The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2010 model has the lowest at 71%. The 2018 sits between the two at 93%.
How much does a 2018 KIA VENGA cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
KIA VENGA by Year
Checking a specific KIA VENGA?
Enter the reg plate to see its individual MOT history, mileage verification, and predicted costs.
About the 2018 KIA VENGA
The 2018 KIA VENGA is a small family car with a 1600cc petrol engine. 5,701 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 29,796 miles at 6 years old, KIA VENGA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2018 KIA VENGA Fuel Costs
The 1600cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2018 KIA VENGA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
KIA VENGA Reliability Trend
Newer KIA VENGAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 16 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2018 KIA VENGA
At 6 years old, the KIA VENGA offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 94%. With 5,701 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2018 KIA VENGA
The KIA VENGA is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2016) 81% pass rate (-12%) from 133,045 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2016) 87% pass rate (-6%) from 109,880 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-7%) from 100,176 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2016) 84% pass rate (-9%) from 92,860 tests