2010 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · CT60 AHF

The vehicle remains roadworthy as evidenced by its most recent MOT pass in January 2026 at 127,166 miles. While the car consistently passes its inspections, the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward deferred consumable maintenance. After two years of perfectly clean records in 2023 and 2024, the two most recent tests flagged tyre-related defects. This suggests that while the primary mechanical components are passing, the owner may only be addressing wear items once they approach legal failure limits. The mileage pattern is consistent with a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. The data shows a steady accumulation of distance, with roughly 6,000 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 5,700 miles in the final year leading to. A notable gap in the record exists between the 2021 and 2023 tests, which likely indicates a period of lower usage or storage that can lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals despite low mileage. A buyer should inspect the suspension and alignment specifically, as the recent reports of worn inner nearside front and offside rear tyres often indicate incorrect tracking or worn suspension bushes. The 2021 advisory regarding play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage suggests that the suspension system is beginning to age and should be closely checked for further lateral play. Given the age of the Kia, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and rear wheel arches is essential, as these areas were not explicitly detailed in the recent advisories but require a direct visual inspection.