2020 KIA Xceed 2 Crdi ISG 1.6L Diesel · RB02 ACH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test in February 2025 at 40,165 miles resulted in a failure due to thin front brake pads and a worn nearside front suspension bush. While the vehicle passed the re-test shortly after, the presence of these faults suggests that components are only addressed once they reached a legal failure threshold rather than during scheduled preventative maintenance. At 40,168 miles over six years, the XCEED has covered a consistent average of approximately 6,700 miles per year. This aligns with typical low-mileage usage which generally limits wear on the drivetrain and engine components. The data gap between the March 2023 test at 33,463 miles and the February 2024 test at 39,788 miles shows an accumulation of over 6,000 miles in a single year, indicating regular road use rather than long periods of stationary storage between test intervals. A physical inspection should focus on the front suspension geometry, as the nearside arm pin or bush was flagged for wear in 2025. The buyer should verify if this component was actually replaced or if the tester merely noted the lack of excessive movement. Additionally, the 2023 advisory regarding uneven tyre wear on both front wheels suggests a potential alignment issue or misaligned steering components that should be checked to prevent premature tyre degradation. Since the record shows brake pads were recently exhausted, the current front pads and discs must be inspected for remaining life and to ensure they have not been scored by the previous failure.