2011 KIA Soul 1.6L Diesel · SC11 NEF

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a successful MOT test on 18 February 2026 at 123,622 miles. The maintenance trend indicates a stable but reactive pattern, as the owner consistently addresses immediate failures to secure a passing certificate. While the most recent test recorded no defects, the history of failing just days before a pass in both 2025 and 2026 suggests the vehicle is only maintained when legal compliance demands it rather than through a proactive preventative maintenance schedule. At 123,622 miles over 15 years, the car has averaged approximately 8,241 miles per annum, which aligns with typical national averages for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent usage intervals, with 10,432 miles covered between January 2024 and February 2025, and another 12,432 miles covered between February 2025 and February 2026. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stationary neglect, which often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and brake seizing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components most likely to fail at this mileage and age, despite the clean recent report. Given the recurring failures prior to passing, a thorough check of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers is necessary to identify excessive wear. The structural integrity should also be scrutinized for corrosion on the sills and subframe, as the record shows a tendency to resolve issues only when they become critical. Testing the brake system for uneven wear or binding calipers will ensure that the recent pass reflects genuine mechanical health rather than a temporary superficial fix.