2014 KIA Soul 1.6L Diesel · LR64 EPN

A recurring pattern of advisory notes relating to rear brake pads, front brake discs, and rear tyre condition, together with two failed MOTs in 2021 and 2023, defines the mechanical profile of this 2014 Kia Soul. The most recent test on 6 October 2025 was a pass, though it included a minor defect for a defective front wiper blade and an advisory noting an amber oil light on the dashboard, echoing a similar advisory recorded at the previous test in October 2024. Across the recorded period, the rear brake pads and front brake discs have been flagged as thinning or worn on multiple occasions, with rear tyre cuts and perishing noted alongside, indicating ongoing wear in items that have a finite service life. Two failures are present in the record: the first on 8 October 2021 for headlamp aim too low on the nearside front and an insufficient front windscreen washer, both classified as PRS items; and the second on 6 October 2023 for the front wiper not clearing the windscreen effectively, a major failure that was presumably rectified to allow the same-day pass entry also dated 6 October 2023. The overall trajectory suggests a vehicle that has remained broadly roadworthy, though with a steady stream of advisories pointing to consumable wear and intermittent dashboard warning indications. With 124,690 miles recorded over approximately twelve years, the annual accumulation sits at roughly 10,400 miles per year, which is broadly typical for the age and consistent with regular use rather than long periods off the road. The seven MOT records presented run consecutively from September 2020 through October 2025 with no notable gaps in testing, supporting a history of continuous road use, and the mileage progression between tests aligns with steady annual driving rather than any sudden spikes or extended lay-ups. Mechanically, this level of consistent mileage on a 2014 vehicle places significant cumulative demand on wear items such as suspension components, brake discs and pads, tyres, and drivetrain mountings, none of which can be directly inspected through MOT data alone. The repeated advisories on braking and tyre components are consistent with what would be expected at this mileage, but they also indicate that these systems are now approaching the stage where further intervention is likely required. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the items that have been repeatedly flagged across the MOT history, beginning with the braking system. The 2022 test recorded advisories for nearside and offside front brake disc wear together with rear brake pad wear across both sides and the nearside front, suggesting a full set of discs and pads may now be due or overdue. On a test drive, listen for any scraping or grinding noise from the front wheels, feel for brake pedal pulsation or vibration under firm application that would indicate disc runout or warping, and check that the vehicle pulls up squarely without steering pull. Inspect the rear pads and discs directly for material thickness and lipping, and confirm the handbrake holds firmly on an incline. The persistent advisory for an oil level light on the dashboard in 2024 and an amber oil light in 2025, both noted as having oil at the correct level, warrants careful follow-up. Such warnings with correct oil level can indicate a faulty oil level sensor, low oil pressure under load, or an early indication of wear in the engine's oil circulation system, and should not be dismissed. On a test drive, monitor the dashboard for any illumination of the oil pressure warning during steady running and listen for any engine rattle on cold start that might suggest bearing wear. The 2023 failure for the front wiper not clearing the windscreen effectively, followed by another wiper-related defect at the most recent test, also suggests attention is needed to ensure both wiper blades are renewed and that the wiper mechanism operates smoothly across the full sweep. Finally, the rear tyre advisories for cuts and perishing mean the rear tyres should be inspected for age-related cracking in the sidewalls and replaced if the tread depth is below 3mm or if the DOT manufacture date exceeds six years, regardless of remaining tread.