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BD18 YZY

2018 Kia Soul

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

74,946 mi
Last recorded74,946 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Soul27,501 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD18 YZY
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 74,946 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2025 74,946 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 71,438 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2024 61,195 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

undertrays fitted

Fail 23 Apr 2024 61,160 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2023 49,562 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged treadd out of shape (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))

undertrays fitted

Fail 18 Apr 2023 49,562 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords treadded area (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged treadd out of shape (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))

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Apr 2022 38,937 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2021 27,876 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 21 Apr 2021 27,876 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

undertrays fitted

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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BD18 YZY is a 2018 Kia Soul in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD18 YZY, 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

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What year was BD18 YZY registered?

BD18 YZY is a 2018 Kia Soul, first registered on 15 May 2018.

Is BD18 YZY safe to buy?

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