KIA CEED2022 · 1.5L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection in November 2025 with 21,874 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but indicates a pattern of reactive rather than preventative servicing. While the car meets the minimum safety standards, the presence of an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit with uneven edge wear in the latest test suggests potential alignment issues or suspension geometry concerns have not been addressed. The mileage profile is notably low for a four-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,468 miles annually. Between the November 2024 test at 14,411 miles and the November 2025 test at 21,874 miles, the car covered 7,463 miles. This suggests short-distance usage. However, low mileage can sometimes lead to surface corrosion on brake components and flat-spotting tyres if the vehicle remains stationary for extended periods between journeys. A prospective buyer should focus specifically on the braking system during a physical inspection. The November 2024 record flagged both front and rear brake discs as pitted or scored. While these did not cause failure at the time, the appearance of corrosion at such low mileage often indicates the vehicle sits for long enough for moisture to cause oxidation. The uneven wear noted on the offside front tyre in the 2025 test necessitates a check of the control arms, bushings, and wheel alignment to ensure no premature component failure is occurring.