2013 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · FL13 VMV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of worsening mechanical wear and deferred maintenance. While it passed its most recent test in March 2026 at 115,398 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior due to multiple braking and suspension-related defects. The transition from a failure involving binding brakes to a pass with numerous advisories suggests that while immediate faults were addressed, the vehicle is entering a phase where components are reaching their service limit without proactive replacement. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 115,398 miles averages to approximately 8,877 miles per year. This is consistent with typical usage for a family hatchback of this age. The data shows steady annual progression, with roughly 6,000 miles covered between March 2024 and March 2025, and another 7,600 miles in the final year. This consistent use suggests the vehicle is driven regularly but explains the gradual degradation of rubber bushes and metal components noted in the test history. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear suspension, as the record shows recurring issues with worn trailing arm bushes, track control arm inner bushes, and anti-roll bar linkage joints spanning from 2024 to 2026. These repeated faults can lead to poor handling and uneven tyre wear. Furthermore, the nearside rear wheel bearing was flagged for slight play in the 2026 test and should be checked for noise or movement to prevent imminent failure. The braking system also requires attention following the March 2026 failure for thin pads and a binding nearside front brake caliper. While these were rectified, the previous mention of corro coil springs in 2024 at 101,660 miles indicates that corrosion is a factor. The buyer should inspect the chassis and mounting points for significant structural rust to ensure the integrity of the vehicle is not compromised beyond what age and mileage suggest.