2012 KIA Soul 1.6L Petrol · RO62 AFE

The vehicle currently maintains a positive roadworthiness status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 13 August 2025 at 55,715 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car met all minimum safety and emissions standards. While the record shows a failure in August 2024, the immediate retest at the same mileage suggests that any identified issues were rectified promptly, and the vehicle has maintained a consistent history of passes thereafter. The mileage profile is notably low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per annum. Between June 2022 at 47,682 miles and August 2025 at 55,715 miles, the car covered only 8,033 miles. This low usage rate typically implies reduced wear on high-stress components like the engine and gearbox. However, long periods of stationary use can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown, which is not always reflected in low odometer readings. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection focusing on signs of age-related corrosion, as low mileage does not prevent structural rust on the sills or subframe. Given the infrequent use between tests, check the condition of the suspension bushes and perished brake hoses which may have suffered from time rather than distance. The MOT history shows no recurring mechanical faults, but a thorough check should still include inspecting the brake discs for pitting and ensuring the tyres are not showing cracking despite having sufficient tread depth.