2012 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · AJ12 YYW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 159,461 miles passed, it introduced a strong advisory for worn rear trailing arm bushes and a severely deteriorated front ball joint dust cover. This follows a significant failure in November 2024 where multiple suspension components failed, including a worn shock absorber and a weakened MacPherson strut. The current state suggests the suspension system is entering a period of accelerated degradation. The recorded mileage of 159,461 miles over 14 years represents a consistent annual average of approximately 11,400 miles. This figure aligns with typical national averages for a petrol vehicle of this age. The data shows regular use, with roughly 5,700 miles covered between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests. This steady mileage accumulation places consistent load on wear-and-tear components, which explains the recurring failures related to rubber bushes and ball joints throughout the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, specifically checking the ball joints and anti-roll bar linkages which failed the 2024 test. The 2025 advisory regarding the rear trailing arm bushes indicates that replacement is becoming imminent to prevent handling instability or uneven tyre wear. Additionally, the braking system requires scrutiny, as the record notes pitted rear brake discs in 2022 and parking brake adjustment requirements in 2023. The recurring history of uneven tyre wear across multiple years further suggests that alignment issues may be present.