2014 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · SV64 ABZ

This 2014 Kia Ceed presents a mixed roadworthiness profile with a maintenance trend that shows cyclical neglect followed by corrective repairs. The most recent MOT test on April 17, 2026, resulted in a clean pass at 93,477 miles, indicating the vehicle is currently roadworthy. However, looking at the broader history reveals a pattern of persistent failures over preceding years, meaning previous owners frequently deferred maintenance until test day rather than servicing the car proactively. The vehicle has accumulated 93,477 miles over roughly twelve years, averaging about 7,790 miles annually, which sits comfortably within typical UK driving parameters. Mileage accumulation remained steady through the COVID-19 period, though testing dates shifted slightly from July slots in early years to autumn windows by 2024 and 2025. A notable double test occurred in July 2024 with tests on the 23rd and 27th, both passing cleanly after minor administrative or prep work, while the gap between the September 2025 fail and October 2025 pass shows rapid turnaround on major defects. A physical inspection must prioritize the underside, specifically examining the rear subframe, rear suspension arms, and coil springs. These components generated repeated corrosion advisories and failures across multiple tests, notably in June 2023 and September 2025, where nearside and offside rear coil springs required attention. The fuel tank failure recorded at 88,972 miles in September 2025 warrants close scrutiny for any lingering leaks or corrosion around the fuel lines. Braking components also demand thorough evaluation given the history of pitted discs, binding calipers, and poor service brake efficiency noted in the June 2019 and June 2031 failures. Front lower suspension arm bushes and steering components have shown wear repeatedly since 2019, so buyers should check for front-end play or knocking during a test drive to ensure no fresh suspension work is immediately required.