2011 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · LG11 LDL

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is rated as PASS based on the most recent MOT test conducted on 2025-06-25, which was passed at 136,830 miles with no recorded defects. However, the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of recurring failures that indicates a lack of consistent upkeep, suggesting the vehicle may be in a state of disrepair. The data indicates a significant gap in the MOT record, with the most recent test failing on 2025-06-20 at 136,801 miles, followed by a subsequent failure on 2024-06-20 at 129,690 miles. This sequence suggests a pattern of consistent braking issues, particularly around the rear service brakes, which have been flagged as binding but not excessively so. The failure on this date, combined with the subsequent failure on 2024-06-20, points to a sustained problem with the rear brake system rather than a single incident. The vehicle has also failed on 2023-06-01 at 123,464 miles, with the same rear brake binding issue persisting, indicating that the problem has been recurring for over two years. Given the recurring faults such as rear brake binding and worn brake pads, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and wear on critical components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs. The binding condition on the rear brakes, combined with the thin brake pad wear close to the limit, raises a serious red flag regarding the vehicle's structural integrity and the likelihood of future failure. A buyer should not proceed without confirming that the suspension and braking systems are in good condition, as the history of repeated failures suggests that basic maintenance was likely skipped, leaving the vehicle vulnerable to catastrophic failure.