2009 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · SH58 JFG

This 2009 KIA Ceed has a recent MOT pass from June 2025 at 111,237 miles, but the inspection reveals a concerning shift in mechanical health. While the mileage of roughly 6,500 miles per year is typical for a vehicle of this age, the recent jump in mileage between 2024 and 2025 suggests a period of more intensive use which has coincided with more serious structural and steering defects. The vehicle's condition trend is clearly worsening. While earlier issues were limited to corroded coil springs, the most recent MOT shows a significant escalation into more critical areas. You are now seeing deterioration in the steering rack inner joints, a severely worn CV boot, and, most importantly, corrosion on the rear sub-frame. The recurring pattern involves suspension and steering components, but the emergence of sub-frame corrosion is a major red flag. While currently listed as "not seriously weakened," sub-frame issues are progressive and can lead to expensive structural repairs or even an MOT failure if the corrosion deepens. The combination of steering rack play and worn suspension linkages suggests the car is beginning to suffer from significant wear in its handling components. Before purchasing, you must inspect the underside of the car thoroughly to assess the actual extent of the sub-frame corrosion. You should also check the condition of the CV boots and test the steering for any looseness or knocking sounds when turning the wheel, as the steering rack and drive shaft issues noted in the last MOT are high-priority repair items.