2007 KIA Ceed 1.6L Petrol · LA07 AVY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its consistent history of MOT passes. The most recent test on 2 September 2025 at 88,626 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. This followed a technical failure just 10 miles prior on the same day, which, given no recorded defects, suggests an administrative error or a minor sensor fault that was rectified immediately. Since that point, the car has maintained a clean record across multiple annual testing cycles. The mileage pattern is notably low for a nineteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,665 miles per year. Between September 2022 at 69,900 miles and September 2024 at 81,339 miles, the car covered 11,439 miles, indicating consistent but light usage. The subsequent interval of 7,287 miles leading to the 2025 test continues this trend. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain components, it increases the risk of rubber-based component degradation and brake corrosion if the vehicle sits for long periods without use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and the condition of the suspension. Older vehicles of this era are prone to corrosion in the sills and wheel arches, which the MOT may not always flag until it becomes significant. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, as low-mile vehicles often see rubber perish from age. Additionally, check the brake discs for pitting or seized calipers, which frequently occur on cars that are infrequently driven.