2013 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · GU13 XNW

The 2013 Kia Ceed passed its most recent MOT on 4 June 2026 at 91,504 miles, but the maintenance trend is not entirely stable. While the car sailed through 2022 and 2023 with zero defects, a recurring advisory has reappeared in three consecutive tests from 2024 through 2026. The nearside rear tyre has been flagged for cracking or perishing every year since June 2024, and the June 2026 test added the same defect on the nearside front. This pattern suggests the rubber on the nearside is deteriorating faster than expected, possibly from kerbing damage, age-related perishing, or under-inflation, and it has not been proactively addressed between annual tests. The mileage accumulation is broadly consistent with typical use for a 13-year-old car. Between July 2022 and June 2026, the odometer advanced from 77,639 to 91,504 miles, averaging roughly 3,500 miles per year over that four-year window. The annual increments are steady rather than erratic, with no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps that would indicate long periods of disuse or a rolled-back reading. The overall annual figure of around 7,000 miles sits squarely within normal parameters for a vehicle of this age. A buyer should pay close attention to the condition and age of all four tyres, particularly the nearside pair. Repeated advisories for cracking and perishing across three consecutive MOTs point to either a batch of tyres that have aged out or a localised issue such as repeated kerb contact or a slow puncture causing sidewall stress. Check the date codes stamped on each tyre and look for uneven wear patterns that could hint at tracking or suspension geometry problems. Beyond the tyres, the rear child seat advisory from June 2026 means the adult seatbelt on that side could not be fully inspected. Remove the child seat and physically check the belt webbing for fraying, the buckle for positive engagement, and the retractor for smooth operation. With no structural or braking defects on record, the car appears fundamentally sound, but the tyre pattern warrants a hands-on inspection before purchase.