2015 KIA Soul 1.6L Diesel · LF15 FUT

The vehicle currently maintains a positive roadworthiness status with a stable maintenance trend over the last year. The most recent test in April 2026 at 62,807 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the previous mechanical issues have been addressed. This follows a clean pass in March 2025, suggesting that the vehicle has been well-maintained since the period of more frequent failures. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with the car moving from 25,562 miles in April 2018 to 62,807 miles by the April 2026 test. This low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, though the long intervals between tests can cause rubber-based components to degrade, as evidenced by the tyre issues recorded in 2022. A physical inspection should focus on the suspension geometry, which showed a history of recurring wear. The offside front lower suspension arm ball joint exhibited a progression of wear from 2020 through 2021, eventually failing in March 2022. While this was clearly repaired, a buyer should check for play in the ball joints and bushes to ensure no new issues developed. Additionally, the 2024 advisory regarding thinning rear brake pads necessitates a check of the current pad thickness and disc condition to ensure braking efficiency. The tyres also require close attention regarding age-related degradation. The 2022 failure for cracking and perishing on both rear tyres is a common symptom of low-mileage vehicles where rubber dries out before the tread wears away. The buyer should inspect the sidewalls of all four tyres for dry cracking, as they may have reached the end of their structural life despite low tread depth.