2010 KIA Soul 1.6L Diesel · YP10 FFH

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend characterized by a reactive approach to mechanical repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent MOT in February 2024 at 154,946 miles, the preceding failure just four days prior reveals a significant lapse in basic oversight. The presence of multiple critical failures across the braking, suspension, and lighting systems in a single test session suggests that the previous owner only addressed faults when they reached the point of legal noncompliance or test failure. At 154,946 miles over 16 years, the Kia Soul averages approximately 9,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for an older vehicle. However, the data shows a significant surge in usage between February 2022 and February 2023, where the car covered over 25,000 miles in a single year. This rapid accumulation likely explains the accelerated wear seen on suspension components noted in the 2023 and 2024 records, as high-mileage cycles on short periods accelerate the degradation of rubber bushes and ball joints. A buyer must inspect the physical condition of the front suspension closely, as the record shows recurring issues with worn suspension arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkage ball joints. The tester flagged the nearside front suspension arm bush as worn in February 2024 despite it being marked excessively worn in the previous year, indicating that the component is nearing the end of its service life. The braking system also requires scrutiny; the February 2024 failure for worn rear discs and pads, combined with low parking brake efficiency, suggests the hydraulic system or mechanical cables may suffer from uneven wear or neglected adjustment over time. Given that the last MOT was conducted over two years ago, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unconfirmed. The buyer should verify the state of the tyres, noting that the offside front was already near the legal limit in early 2024. A thorough inspection for structural corrosion on the chassis and exhaust system is also essential, as vehicles of this age and mileage frequently suffer from hidden integrity issues between mechanical failures.