2019 KIA Ceed 1.4L Petrol · SR19 UGO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward developing mechanical wear despite low usage. While it passed the test in November 2025 at 20,231 miles, the tester identified emerging issues with the front suspension arm bushes and a splitting rear bush. This represents a progression from the clean record seen in January 2025, indicating that rubber components are beginning to degrade due to age and potential stationary time rather than high mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,890 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between May 2023 at 10,617 miles and February 2024 at 13,064 miles, followed by a rapid increase of nearly seven thousand miles over the following year. This pattern suggests periods of long storage, which often explains the brake efficiency failure noted in January 2025 where the parking brake failed to provide adequate effort at the offside rear. A buyer must inspect the rear suspension system closely to ensure the splitting bush has not progressed to a point of failure. The 2025 advisory regarding worn front arm bushes also warrants a physical check for play in the steering geometry to ensure alignment. Given the previous failure for parking brake efficiency and the low mileage, the brake calipers and mechanisms should be examined for seizing or uneven corrosion, which are common in vehicles that sit idle for extended periods.