2018 KIA Ceed 1.4L Petrol · SB18 EVF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent MOT history indicates a trend of deteriorating suspension and tyre condition. While it passed the test in July 2025 at 59,128 miles, this followed a significant failure just one day prior. The tester identified faults on both nearside and offside front ball joint dust covers, alongside wear on the rear suspension arm pins and bushes. This suggests that suspension components are reaching the end of their functional life and require proactive mechanical attention. The mileage pattern remains consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year. The car progressed from 39,403 miles in July 2023 to 59,128 miles in July 2025, representing a steady increase of roughly 10,000 miles over two years. This suggests regular use rather than long periods of standing, though the recurring issues with rubber bushes and dust covers indicate these components are failing from age-related degradation despite the relatively low distance driven. A buyer must physically inspect the rear suspension for further signs of play, as the stepping on the inner edges of the rear tyres noted in 2025 points to an alignment issue or incorrect camber geometry. The rear brake discs flagged as pitted in 2023 should be checked for thickness and corrosion to ensure they have not progressed significantly. Given the failure of the front ball joint covers, a thorough check of the steering assembly is necessary to ensure no grit has caused internal damage to the joints.