2016 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · CE66 OGJ

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile that shows signs of recent deterioration in consumable components. While the 2026-07-24 test resulted in a pass, the tester flagged several immediate issues including a buckled nearside front road wheel and perishing offside rear tyre. This follows a clean 2025-07-21 inspection, suggesting that while the vehicle was mechanically sound a year ago, recent usage or a period of standing has led to a decline in tyre and wheel condition. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a low-to-average usage pattern for a ten-year-old vehicle. The car has covered 66,147 miles, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. The records show steady progression from 21,349 miles in August 2019 to 66,147 miles in July 2026. This steady climb indicates regular, predictable use rather than long periods of inactivity, which helps mitigate risks associated with seized components or perished seals often found in vehicles with much lower annual mileage. A buyer should focus on the braking system and suspension due to recurring advisories. The 2024-07-26 test noted both front brakes were binding and the offside front lower suspension arm bush was delaminating. Earlier records from 2023 and 2019 also highlighted corroding or pitted brake discs and thinning pads. These repeated issues with brakes and suspension bushes suggest that while the vehicle remains roadworthy, the owner may be reactive rather than proactive with preventative maintenance. Specific attention must be paid to the wheel and tyre condition during a physical inspection. The recent 2026 report of a buckled wheel and perishing rubber indicates that the current set of tyres and the wheel integrity require immediate replacement. Given the history of uneven tyre wear on inner edges in 2024, a thorough check of the wheel alignment and suspension geometry is necessary to ensure no underlying tracking issues persist.