2010 KIA Ceed 1.6L Petrol · LD10 FWA

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status with a clear improving trend over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted in March 2026 at 98,719 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. This follows two years of clean records in 2024 and 2025, indicating that the mechanical issues identified previously have been addressed and the vehicle has since been maintained to passing standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,170 miles per year. Between March 2023 and March 2026, the car covered 18,241 miles, representing a steady usage profile of roughly 6,000 miles annually. This low annual mileage suggests less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it also means that rubber-based parts and seals may be subject to age rather than distance-related friction. A buyer should perform a physical inspection of the front-offside drive shaft area, as the failure in March 2023 at 80,478 miles highlighted severely deteriorated constant velocity boots. While the vehicle passed since, checking for grease leaks or torn boots remains vital to ensure the repair was comprehensive. Given the previous failure of both front tyres due to exposed ply and cords, the current tread depth and age of the tyres should also be verified to ensure they are not nearing the end of their structural life.