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AE18 RCU

2018 Kia Soul

Black Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,995 mi
Last recorded15,995 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Soul27,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE18 RCU
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2026 15,995 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 14,892 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 13,729 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 12,547 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 11,300 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 10,096 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Soul?

Based on 301,582 MOT tests across 24,409 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
5,647
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
24,409
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,057
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,926
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,754
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AE18 RCU is a 2018 Kia Soul in Black with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Kia Soul models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 27,501 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Soul fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 2,057 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE18 RCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Soul typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 8 years old, this Kia Soul is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE18 RCU?

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What year was AE18 RCU registered?

AE18 RCU is a 2018 Kia Soul, first registered on 20 March 2018.

Is AE18 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE18 RCU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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