2015 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · LB64 BCX

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed its latest test on 19 January 2026 at 113,751 miles, it failed just five weeks prior with multiple critical mechanical defects. The transition from a clean record in 2024 to a series of failures in 2025 and 2026 suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach a point of failure rather than during routine service intervals. At 113,751 miles over 11 years, the Ceed averages approximately 10,340 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a family hatchback. The mileage progression shows consistent use, with roughly 4,000 miles covered between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 6,000 miles in the year leading up to the January 2026 test. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle is used regularly, which explains the standard progressive wear seen on rubber-based components and braking hardware noted in the test records. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the suspension and braking systems due to recurring failures. The tester flagged excessively worn wishbone rear bushes on both sides in early 2026, following an advisory for a worn offside rear suspension arm in 2025. The buyer should check for any play in the steering or knocking noises over uneven surfaces to ensure the recent repairs were comprehensive. Additionally, the 2024 failure for seriously weakened rear brake discs indicates that the braking system may have been neglected previously, necessitating a thorough check of the current pads and rotors for uneven wear or excessive surface corrosion. The January 2026 failure also highlighted a damaged offside rear bumper that posed an injury risk and a nearside front tyre with exposed ply cords. These are immediate safety concerns that should have been rectified prior to the pass. The presence of a child seat during multiple tests prevented a full inspection of the adult seatbelt, so the integrity of the webbing mechanism remains unverified by the official record. A prospective buyer should inspect the belt webbing for fraying and ensure the rear bodywork has not masked underlying structural damage to the mounting points.