2011 KIA Ceed 1.6L Petrol · LL11 NJK

This 2011 Kia Ceed has just failed its MOT on 22 May 2026 after passing the same test ten days earlier. The vehicle was retested following repairs, but the retest revealed multiple electrical faults: both the offside stop lamp and offside front position lamp are not working, the windscreen washer is inoperative, and the offside rear service brake is binding. The brake binding issue persisted from the earlier failed test, suggesting the repair may not have been thorough or the problem has recurred quickly. The mileage of 83,356 miles on a 15-year-old vehicle averages only 5,557 miles per year, which is well below typical use. This low mileage can indicate either careful, light use or extended periods when the vehicle was not driven regularly. Either scenario carries implications: light use may mean less mechanical wear on high-stress components, but prolonged standing can lead to fluid degradation, corrosion, electrical gremliness, and brake system issues—all of which appear to be emerging here. The MOT history shows a concerning trend toward worsening condition. In July 2025, the vehicle passed after a failed test that revealed a tyre with exposed ply or cords (a serious safety defect), a nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit, and an inoperative registration plate lamp. By October 2024, the offside front tyre was already noted as worn close to the legal limit, and a suspension arm pin or bush was worn. The pattern suggests tyres have been a recurring issue, and the most recent failures point to neglected electrical maintenance and brake system problems that may indicate the vehicle has not been serviced or inspected regularly despite its low mileage.