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BK12 DNX

2012 Kia Soul

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

65,851 mi
Last recorded65,851 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Kia Soul52,463 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 DNX
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2024 65,851 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 64,600 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 62,899 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 60,972 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 58,513 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 56,459 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 51,973 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 46,572 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 41,628 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 35,590 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 30,181 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 30,181 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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BK12 DNX is a 2012 Kia Soul in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Kia Soul models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 52,463 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 BK12 DNX, 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 14 years old, this Kia Soul is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK12 DNX registered?

BK12 DNX is a 2012 Kia Soul, first registered on 14 March 2012.

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The MOT history for BK12 DNX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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