2023 KIA Ceed 1.5L Petrol · RE23 BCX

The most recent MOT entry (20 May 2026) shows the car passed at 34 441 miles, but the previous day’s test (19 May 2026) recorded four serious defects. Those failures were for a missing nearside front steering‑rack gaiter, significant wear on both rear brake discs, and excessive binding on the off‑side rear service brake. The pass on the following day indicates the defects were remedied before the re‑test, but the nature of the faults tells you where the vehicle was most vulnerable. The pattern centres on the rear braking system. Both rear discs were described as “significantly and obviously worn” at just over 34 000 miles – a mileage that is typical for a three‑year‑old Kia Ceed. Such wear at this point can suggest either a relatively hard driving style (frequent heavy braking) or that the original discs were approaching the end of their service life. The off‑side rear brake also showed binding, which may have been caused by the worn disc, a seized caliper, or a contaminated hydraulic line. The missing steering‑rack gaiter is a separate issue; without the protective boot, dirt can enter the rack and accelerate wear, potentially leading to steering play or leaks later on. Because the MOT history is limited to these two back‑to‑back entries, there is no longer‑term trend to judge. The fact that the defects were corrected and the car re‑passed suggests the current condition is stable, but the underlying wear on the rear brakes means the next service interval could bring further brake work.