2017 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · LB17 HHM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 44,093 miles passed, it failed just one day prior due to a non-functional washer system and tyres reaching the legal limit. The recurring nature of advisories, particularly regarding front suspension and braking components, suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical issues once they result in an MOT failure rather than performing routine preventative inspections between tests. The mileage profile is notably low for a 2017 Ceed, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per year over its nine-year life. This low usage typically implies less wear on the engine and gearbox, but it often accelerates the degradation of rubber components. Between January 2023 and January 2024, the car covered only 7,102 miles, yet the perishing tyre advisory in 2025 indicates the vehicle may have sat for extended periods or been driven very short distances, which can lead to flat-spotting tyres and internal corrosion in brake calipers and seals. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension closely, as the arm bushes were flagged as worn in both January 2024 and January 2025. The persistence of this fault suggests the parts were not replaced between tests, which can lead to unpredictable handling and uneven tyre wear. The 2024 report of front brake pads being 75% worn further reinforces a pattern of delaying maintenance. A physical inspection should verify the current thickness of the brake pads and check for cracks in the suspension arm bushings to ensure the low mileage has not masked underlying age-related rubber decay.