2016 KIA Ceed 1.4L Diesel · MP65 OAE

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a clear pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in March 2026 at 110,805 miles flagged thin rear brake pads and pitted discs, alongside a front tyre reaching the legal limit with uneven wear. This mirrors the issues found during the March 2025 test at 96,765 miles, indicating that the owner tends to address brake components only when they approach failure or are noted as an MOT advisory. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. Between March 2023 at 68,534 miles and March 2026 at 110,805 miles, the car covered 42,271 miles, showing a steady usage pattern. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for seals and components, though the frequency of tyre-related failures in the 2025 record suggests that basic consumable checks are being neglected between annual inspections. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry, as the recurring inner-edge wear on front tyres noted in 2023 and 2026 suggests persistent misalignment or worn suspension bushes. The corrosion on the rear brake hose ferrule identified in 2024 requires a physical check to ensure the degradation has not progressed to a point of risking hydraulic failure. Given the history of pitted rear discs and thin pads, a thorough inspection of the entire braking system is necessary to confirm that no calipers are binding and that the recent replacements were fitted correctly.