2011 KIA Ceed 1.4L Petrol · MW11 BZX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension and braking component health. While the most recent test on 16 June 2026 at 79,815 miles passed, the car presented with multiple advisories indicating mechanical neglect, including a corroded offside rear coil spring and a severely deteriorated nearside front inner CV boot. The parking brake system is only barely meeting service requirements with high travel and needs immediate adjustment, suggesting that components are reaching the end of their functional life without proactive replacement. The mileage profile is notably low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,300 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage, moving from 72,755 miles in June 2023 to 79,815 miles in 2026. This low mileage often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber components and metal, which explains the recurring issues with perished, boots, and fractured coil springs seen in the record rather than wear-related failure. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension geometry and braking system. The recurring failure of the offside front coil spring in 2025 and the subsequent corrosion on the offside rear spring in 2026 indicate that the springs are prone to structural fatigue. The persistent mention of pitted and scored rear brake discs across 2024, 2025, and 2026 suggests the previous owner has deferred basic brake maintenance. Furthermore, the deteriorated CV boots on the drive shafts must be checked for grease leakage, as failure to replace these will lead to expensive joint failure.