2017 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · W30 LAF

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state, though the maintenance trend shows a slight decline in attention to consumables. The most recent test on 20 October 2025 at 93,258 miles resulted in a pass, but the tester flagged three tyres as being worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges. This suggests a lack of preventative maintenance regarding tyre replacement and potential alignment issues. The mileage pattern is consistent with the age of the car, averaging roughly 10,362 miles per year. The distance covered between the October 2024 test at 83,901 miles and the October 2025 test at 93,258 miles shows a steady usage rate of approximately 9,357 miles annually. There are no irregular gaps or sudden spikes in mileage that would suggest periods of prolonged standing or excessive commercial use. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the tyres and wheel alignment given the specific advisories from the October 2025 test. The history indicates a recurring theme with the braking system. The October 2022 test at 64,579 miles flagged thin rear brake pads, and the October 2023 test at 73,468 miles noted a defective electronic parking brake. While these passed, they point to a wear pattern in the rear braking assembly that requires verification. The rest of the record is remarkably clean, with no mentions of structural corrosion, suspension bush failure, or exhaust emissions issues. The lack of major mechanical failures over the last six years suggests the drivetrain has been stable. Focus the pre-purchase check on the current tread depth and the operation of the electronic parking brake to ensure previous faults were fully rectified rather than just managed.