2013 KIA Ceed 1.4L Petrol · AF63 RZW

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the history reveals a trend of deferred maintenance regarding wear components. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 88,639 miles, this followed a failure three days prior involving an extensive list of mechanical and safety defects. The transition from a failure with multiple suspension issues and tyre damage to a pass with several advisories regarding corrosion and wheel distortion suggests the previous owner only addressed the minimum requirements necessary to pass the test rather than performing proactive preventative care. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. The car travelled from 73,794 miles in October 2023 to 88,639 miles in October 2025, representing an increase of 14,845 miles over two years. This relatively low annual mileage explains the degradation of rubber-based components, such as perishing tyres and wiper blades, which age through time regardless of the distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry. The record shows recurring corrosion on all three coil springs and play in the lower suspension arm ball joints and track rod ends. These issues indicate that the suspension components are reaching the end of their life. Furthermore, the distorted inner road wheels on both the nearside front and offside rear suggest a history of significant impact or heavy curbing, which could lead to tracking issues or uneven tyre wear. The braking system also requires scrutiny following the October 2023 failure for a binding nearside rear brake, thin pads, and low parking brake efficiency. While these appear to be rectified, the presence of persistent corrosion on the springs suggests the vehicle may have operated in an environment that accelerates rust. The buyer should check for deep structural rust on the mounting points and ensure that the recent repairs to the lighting and tyres have not masked deeper electrical faults.