2021 KIA Ceed 3 Phev S-A 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · VT21 NPU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning pattern regarding tyre management. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 63,697 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged an inoperative registration plate lamp and both rear tyres reaching the legal limit. This indicates a recurring failure to address consumable wear before it reaches critical levels, mirroring a failure in March 2024 where multiple tyres showed exposed cords and ply. At 63,697 miles over five years, this Kia has averaged approximately 12,740 miles per annum. This is above the national average for a modern vehicle and places a higher load on mechanical components and consumables. The gap between the April 2025 and March 2026 tests shows an accumulation of 8,839 miles, suggesting consistent annual use. However, the rapid degradation of tyres noted between 2024 and 2026 suggests that the owner only performs maintenance when prompted by MOT failures rather than following a preventative schedule. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the wheel alignment and suspension geometry. The repeated reports of tyres being bald on the inside edges across both front and rear axles strongly suggest a misalignment issue, worn suspension bushes, or faulty control arms. If these underlying mechanical faults are not addressed, they will continue to cause premature wear on expensive tyres. Given the high mileage and the nature of the recorded faults, the brake system should also be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers to ensure the high usage has not neglected other safety components.