2021 KIA Ceed 2 NAV ISG 1.0L Petrol · MA71 CWE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed its most recent test in early June 2026 at 69,659 miles, the tester identified new defects that were not present in previous years. The appearance of a worn offside front suspension arm bush and both front tyres reaching the legal limit indicates that components are now beginning to reach the end of their service life due to high-usage patterns. At 69,659 miles over five years, this Kia has averaged approximately 14,000 miles per annum, which sits above the national average for a petrol car. The data shows a consistent rate of use, with 10,274 miles driven between June 2024 and May 2025, and another 10,211 miles covered in the final year leading to the June 2026 test. This high mileage puts significant stress on wear items and suspension components, explaining the frequent flags for thin brake pads and tyres seen in the MOT history. A buyer must specifically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the offside arm pin bush was flagged in June 2026. This issue often leads to steering pull and uneven tyre wear if ignored. The record also shows a pattern of neglecting consumables, evidenced by the May 2025 failure for thin front brake pads and four tyres nearing the limit. Given the high mileage, a thorough check of the remaining brake disc thickness and the condition of the entire set of tyres is essential to ensure no immediate expenditure is required shortly after purchase.