2018 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · SB18 YOC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by three consecutive MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on 24 July 2025 at 128,323 miles returned no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical and safety components currently meet the minimum legal standard. While the vehicle suffered a failure on 21 August 2023 at 99,948 miles, the immediate rectification and subsequent passes suggest the owner is willing to address MOT-critical faults promptly. The mileage data reflects high-intensity usage for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 16,000 miles annually. Between July 2022 (78,440 miles) and July 2024 (110,534 miles), the car covered over 32,000 miles in just two years. This rapid accumulation, continuing with 17,789 miles recorded between the 2024 and 2025 tests, indicates consistent long-distance use which often prevents stagnation-related issues but accelerates the wear on drivetrain components and suspension bushings. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas most susceptible to high-mileage stress. Given the 128,000-mile mark, check for play in the control arms, ball joints, and shock absorbers which typically degrade under heavy use. The brake system requires scrutiny for thin discs or corroded calipers, as high-frequency driving wears these consumables quickly. While the record is clean of structural failures, the underside should be inspected for signs of accelerated corrosion or oil leaks that can occur on high-mileage engines exposed to constant thermal cycles.