2012 KIA Ceed 1.6L Petrol · OW62 KFC

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While the most recent test in May 2024 at 103,948 miles passed, it revealed advisories for a pitted offside rear brake disc and slight play in the offside front track rod end. These issues follow a significant failure in July 2023, suggesting that mechanical components are often only addressed once they reach a point of failure or significant wear. At 103,948 miles over 14 years, the Ceed averages approximately 7,400 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-to-moderate usage. The data shows a consistent interval between tests, with roughly 6,000 to 7,000 miles covered between entries from 2021 to 2024. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods ofກັບ, though the age of the rubber components is evident from the 2022 report where all four tyres were flagged for perishing and cracking. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system and front geometry. The July 2023 failure due to an inoperative parking brake and thin pads, followed by the May 2024 advisory for a scored disc, indicates the braking assembly may be nearing a comprehensive overhaul. The track rod end play noted in the latest test points to suspension wear that will require replacement to prevent uneven tyre wear and steering instability. Given the history of uneven tyre wear and perishing, the current state of the tyres should be checked for depth and alignment issues to ensure the car is not scrubbing prematurely.