2021 KIA Xceed First Edition Phev S-A 1.6L Hybrid electric · SW21 OYL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the most recent inspection indicates a developing issue with suspension wear. While the car passed its test on 28 May 2025 at 53,932 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior. The tester flagged excessive wear on the offside front inner suspension arm pin or bush, while the nearside equivalent was noted as worn but not yet at failure limits. This suggests that the front suspension components are reaching the end of their optimal service life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a five-year-old hybrid vehicle, averaging approximately 10,800 miles per annum. Between the June 2024 test at 32,368 miles and the May 2025 test at 53,932 miles, the car covered over 21,000 miles. This high annual mileage indicates the vehicle has been used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which accounts for the accelerated degradation of rubber bushings and mechanical pivot points seen in the latest MOT record. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry to assess the extent of the bushing degradation. Because the tester specifically identified the inner suspension arm bushes, the buyer must check for any play in the steering or uneven tyre wear which could indicate alignment issues. Given that the nearside bush is already showing wear, a proactive replacement of both front arms is likely necessary soon to prevent further failures within the next 5,000 miles.