2012 KIA Ceed 1.4L Diesel · MJ62 BGO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding steering and drivetrain-related components. While the most recent test on October 30 2025 resulted in a pass, it followed a failure just one day prior for a split offside front outer drive shaft CV boot and play in the offside front track rod end. The fact that the track rod end remained an advisory despite the immediate repair suggests the owner is only addressing faults once they reach an MOT failure threshold rather than performing preventative maintenance. Data regarding mileage accumulation is severely limited, with only one entry of 122,387 miles recorded in October 2022. Without subsequent mileage figures for the 2023, 2024, or 2025 tests, it is impossible to determine if the vehicle is being used for long distances or is sitting stationary. This lack of data prevents an accurate assessment of the rate of wear on the engine or the severity of the oil leak noted in previous years. A physical inspection must focus on the rear suspension, as both the nearside and offside rear suspension arm bushes were flagged as worn in both 2023 and 2024. These issues have not been resolved over two years, indicating ongoing degradation of rubber components. The buyer should also inspect the engine bay for the oil leak mentioned in 2024 to ensure it has not progressed to an excessive level. Additionally, the offside front track rod end should be checked for further play to ensure the replacement performed after the October 2025 failure was effective.