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BG09 APK

2009 Kia Soul

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,694 mi
Last recorded50,694 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Soul65,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 APK
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 50,694 miles

clonk and slight movement in steering coloum

Fail 6 Jan 2026 50,682 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

clonk and slight movement in steering coloum

Pass 13 Jan 2025 50,084 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 49,525 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 48,767 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 47,685 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 47,685 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 46,454 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 46,454 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2055516 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 45,449 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 43,262 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 40,451 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 37,032 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 35,548 miles

nearside front wiper blade has split

Pass 8 Jan 2015 29,748 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Jan 2015 29,733 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 24,856 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Jan 2014 24,856 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 19,669 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 14,522 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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BG09 APK is a 2009 Kia Soul in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Kia Soul models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 65,454 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 BG09 APK, 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 17 years old, this Kia Soul is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG09 APK?

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What year was BG09 APK registered?

BG09 APK is a 2009 Kia Soul, first registered on 5 June 2009.

Is BG09 APK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG09 APK shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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