2018 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · LD18 USP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the most recent inspection indicates a period of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While the car passed on 10 June 2026 at 69,883 miles, it had failed just one mile prior. This failure revealed significant neglect regarding the braking system, specifically a thin offside front brake pad and pitted, scored discs on both front wheels. The fact that the brakes only marginally met requirements after these repairs suggests the previous owner only addressed faults when forced by a test failure rather than following standard service intervals. The mileage pattern remains consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. Between the June 2024 test at 53,532 miles and the June 2025 test at 63,120 miles, the car covered roughly 10,000 miles, showing a steady rate of use. The jump of 6,763 miles between June 2025 and June 2026 maintains a stable annual usage profile, which is generally favourable for mechanical components than long periods of inactivity that lead to seizing and corrosion. A buyer should physically inspect the front braking assembly to ensure the recent repairs involved high-quality components and not temporary fixes. The 2023 advisory for a worn offside front lower suspension arm bush indicates that suspension components are beginning to age, so a check for play or uneven wear during a test is necessary. Additionally, the 2025 report regarding perishing tyres suggests the rubber compound may be degrading due to age despite the low mileage, meaning the manufacture date of the current tyres should be verified for sidewall cracking.