KIA CEED2014 · 1.6L Diesel

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing over the last three years. The most recent test on 10 September 2025 at 119,691 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal standards. This follows a period of clean passes in 2022 and 2024, suggesting that the current owner is addressing necessary maintenance before issues escalate into major failures. The mileage accumulation is regular and typical for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. The record shows steady growth, moving from 88,633 miles in September 2022 to nearly 120,000 miles today. There are no significant gaps between tests, which suggests the vehicle has been in regular use rather monitored. The brief failure on 14 September 2023 at 99,271 miles occurred just four days before a successful retest, likely indicating a minor component failure or a consumable item that was immediately rectified rather than a deep-seated pattern of mechanical neglect. A physical inspection should focus on the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension components, as the vehicle has now surpassed the 100,000-mile mark. While the MOT records are clean, high-mileage cars of this age often show signs of corrosion on subframes or wear on rubber suspension bushes. The buyer should also check for binding brake calipers or thinning brake discs, as the MOT does not measure the remaining life of these components. Given the consistent usage, the drivetrain appears to have been well-maintained, but the high mileage necessitates a close look at fluid leaks and underbody wear.