2018 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · AF18 WTT

The 2018 Kia Ceed presents a clean roadworthiness status. The most recent test on 26 March 2026 at 25,752 miles passed with no defects recorded, and the maintenance trend is stable across all five annual examinations. Every MOT from 22 March 2022 through to the 2026 test returned a pass with no advisories, which indicates consistent compliance with statutory test standards and no escalation of mechanical faults. Recorded mileage shows light use for an eight-year-old vehicle. The odometer advanced from 9,724 miles at the March 2022 test to 12,943 miles in March 2023, 17,184 miles in March 2024, 21,827 miles in March 2025, and 25,752 miles in March 2026. That averages roughly 3,200 miles per year. The steady year-on-year increment with no abrupt jumps or stagnant gaps points to a single low-mileage commuting pattern rather than intermittent long storage or fleet activity. The absence of any recorded advisories means the tester flagged no worn suspension bushes, corroded structure, failing brake discs, or exhaust emissions breaches at any stage. A clean five-year sweep suggests the previous owner kept basic consumables within limits, though MOT pass sheets do not capture intermittent faults. A buyer should still verify in person that tyres, wiper blades, and underbody condition match the paper record, given the car's low annual use can mask perished rubber or surface rust from standing. Given the fault-free history, no recurring defect trend exists to track. The prudent step before purchase is a physical inspection of suspension arms, brake calipers, and sills for early corrosion, plus a check of fluid intervals, since low mileage often leads owners to skip scheduled servicing. The DVSA record alone supports a sound roadworthiness verdict as of the March 2026 test.