2021 KIA Ceed 2 NAV ISG 1.0L Petrol · KS21 VGA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on May 22, 2026, but the immediate history reveals a regressive pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. The failure recorded just two days prior to the successful test at 97,482 miles identified multiple critical defects across the front suspension, braking system, and tyres. While the car passed the subsequent re-test, the density of faults suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical issues once they reached the point of legal non-compliance. The mileage accumulation is significant for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 19,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent, heavy usage, moving from 68,423 miles in May 2024 to 83,853 miles in May 2025, and reaching nearly 98,000 miles by May 2026. This rate of travel accelerates the wear on high-stress components, which explains the recurring issues with suspension arm bushes and brake hardware noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension, as the lower arm rear bushes were flagged as excessively worn in the 2026 failure. This follows earlier warnings of axle swivel pin wear in 2025, indicating the front-end geometry is reaching the end of its service life. The braking system also shows a history of neglect with pitted discs and thin pads identified in 2026, which should be verified as having been replaced. Given the high mileage and the recurring trend of tyres worn to the legal limit, the current state of all four rubber components should be scrutinized to ensure they are not also nearing failure.