2007 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · TN07 ARB

The most recent MOT, dated 10 February 2022, was a clean pass with no recorded defects at 170,196 miles. The two earlier passes in 2021 and 2018 also showed no faults, suggesting that any major problems identified in the past have been remedied. The only recurring concerns in the record are a front‑suspension ball‑joint wear that caused a failure in June 2018, and thin rear‑brake pads noted in June 2019. Both items are wear‑related components that can re‑appear if the underlying causes (e.g., alignment, driving style, or lack of servicing) are not addressed. Since the subsequent MOTs (2021 and 2022) reported no defects, the trend appears to have stabilised rather than worsened, but the history flags the suspension and brake system as areas to watch. At roughly 170,000 miles for a 19‑year‑old car, the average annual mileage is about 9,000 miles. This is within the normal range for a vehicle of this age, so the mileage alone does not point to either unusually hard use or long periods of inactivity. It simply indicates that the car has accumulated a typical amount of wear for its age, leaving the condition of consumables such as brakes, suspension bushings and drivetrain components open to inspection. For a buyer, the priority should be a hands‑on check of the following: Inspect the rear brake pads and discs for remaining thickness and any uneven wear; ask for recent brake service records. Examine the front suspension, especially the ball joints and control arms, for play, noise, or signs of corrosion.