2012 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · LD62 HBL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing tests. The most recent inspection conducted in October 2025 at 73,219 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. This follows a period of clean records in 2024 and 2022, suggesting that the owner has maintained the vehicle to a functional standard. The mileage pattern is notably low for a fourteen-year-old Kia Ce, averaging approximately 5,230 miles per year. Between October 2022 and October 2025, the vehicle covered 9,635 miles, representing a usage rate of roughly 3,200 miles annually. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber seals and brake components due to inactivity. The single failure in October 2023 at 67,519 miles followed by an immediate pass on the same day suggests a specific issue was rectified quickly without becoming a recurring trend. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on components affected by age and low-frequency use. Despite the clean MOT history, the age of the vehicle warrants a close check for structural corrosion on the sills and wheel arches common to this era. Examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of perish, and check the brake discs for pitting or rust resulting from long periods of standing. Given the low annual mileage, verify that the tyres have adequate age and are not suffering from dry cracking despite having sufficient tread depth.