2017 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · LG67 WMY

The most recent MOT test on this 2017 Kia Ceed, conducted on 30 May 2025 at 80,076 miles, confirms the vehicle passed without any recorded defects. This suggests the car has maintained a stable roadworthiness status over the past year, with no evidence of recurring or escalating mechanical failures. The two consecutive tests in May 2025—one pass and one fail at nearly identical mileages—appear anomalous, as no defects were logged, which could indicate administrative confusion rather than a mechanical issue. The previous clean passes in June 2024 and January 2024 reinforce that the vehicle has not experienced persistent faults requiring repeated attention. The recorded mileage of 80,076 miles over nine years aligns with typical usage patterns for this model, averaging around 8,900 miles annually. There are no significant gaps in service intervals or abrupt spikes in mileage between tests, though the two back-to-back tests in May 2025 at 79,855 and 80,076 miles suggest the vehicle may have been driven briefly between failures without substantial wear accumulating. This pattern does not raise immediate concerns about neglect, but it does warrant scrutiny of how the vehicle was stored or used during that period. Given the lack of recorded defects, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on high-wear components that are not routinely captured in MOT tests. The suspension system—particularly the rear coil springs and bushes—should be examined for uneven sagging or excessive play, as these are common points of failure in this model class. Brake discs and calipers, especially the rear, should be checked for uneven wear or binding, though the MOT history does not indicate prior brake-related issues. Structural integrity remains a consideration; the wheel arches, sills, and subframe should be inspected for corrosion, as this Kia model is prone to rust progression over time. Finally, the exhaust system and catalytic converter should be verified for leaks or damage, as these are often overlooked until they fail emissions or structural tests. The absence of advisories in the MOT record does not guarantee these areas are flawless, but it does suggest they have not yet reached a critical failure point.