2021 KIA Xceed 2 ISG 1.0L Petrol · ST71 FNL

The vehicle currently holds a valid roadworthiness status following a clean pass in the June 2026 test at 61,250 miles. This result indicates that previous suspension concerns have been addressed or monitored without escalating into major failures. The history shows a shift from failure to advisory to full compliance over the last twelve months. While the tester noted worn suspension arm pins during 2025, these did not progress to excessive movement by the time of the latest inspection. The absence of new faults in the June 2026 record suggests the maintenance regime has stabilized recently. At five years old, the recorded 61,250 miles represents an average annual distance of roughly 12,250 miles per year. This usage rate sits higher than typical private owner averages and implies significant wear on engine internals, drivetrain components, and suspension geometry. The gap between the September 2024 test at 36,489 miles and the June 2025 test at 46,408 miles covers nearly 10,000 miles in less than a year. Such rapid accumulation often accelerates fatigue in rubber mounts and bushings, which aligns with the suspension warnings flagged during the 2025 testing cycle. A physical inspection should prioritise the front suspension bushes and steering linkages given the repeated advisories regarding worn arm pins. Although the current MOT shows no failure, the history suggests these components are nearing the end of their service life under this specific load profile. Buyers must also verify the condition of the front tyres, as the September 2024 record highlighted wear on both edges indicating potential alignment issues or uneven loading. Finally, confirm that the windscreen wiper system functions correctly across all speeds, since a failure here occurred just before the suspension advisories were logged.