2020 KIA Xceed 2 ISG 1.0L Petrol · BN70 LCT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on March 11, 2026 at 46,667 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of reactive repair rather than preventative care. While the most recent test was clean, the failure just one day prior revealed significant issues with pitted rear brake discs and an excessively worn offside front suspension ball joint. This indicates that mechanical components are only addressed once they reach the point of legal failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical low-annual use, averaging approximately 7,778 miles per year over last six years. A notable jump in usage occurred between March 2024 and February 2025, where the car covered over 15,000 miles in eleven months. Prior to this period, the vehicle saw much lower activity, covering only 10,000 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests. This sudden increase in mileage likely correlates with the accelerated wear of suspension and braking components seen in later MOT entries. A buyer must perform a close inspection of the front suspension geometry. The record shows a recurring fault with the offside front arm bushes and ball joints in both 2025 and 2026, suggesting the assembly may not have been fully replaced during the last repair. Check for play in the rubber bushings and signs of premature wear on the ball joints. The braking system also requires scrutiny, as the history notes a binding caliper in early 2025 leading directly to scoring and pitting of the discs in the 2026 failure. Verify that the discs have been replaced withquality units and that the calipers are free of sticking.