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CU18 OVB

2018 Kia Soul

Black Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

31,808 mi
Last recorded31,808 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Soul27,501 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU18 OVB
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 31,808 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 27,813 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 24,178 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 24,178 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 23,908 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Mar 2024 23,897 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/55 r17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 20,478 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 16,918 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 16,918 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 13,121 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Mar 2021 13,121 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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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CU18 OVB is a 2018 Kia Soul in Black with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 CU18 OVB, 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 CU18 OVB?

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What year was CU18 OVB registered?

CU18 OVB is a 2018 Kia Soul, first registered on 31 March 2018.

Is CU18 OVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU18 OVB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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