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EF61 SZZ

2012 Kia Soul

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,226 mi
Last recorded34,226 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2019
Typical for 2012 Kia Soul52,463 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 SZZ
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2019 34,226 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 33,327 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 32,639 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 5 Jan 2016 31,888 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust system corroding

headlights set on upper limit

Pass 7 Jan 2015 29,431 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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EF61 SZZ is a 2012 Kia Soul in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EF61 SZZ, 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

How do I check the history of EF61 SZZ?

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What year was EF61 SZZ registered?

EF61 SZZ is a 2012 Kia Soul, first registered on 25 January 2012.

Is EF61 SZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF61 SZZ shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF61 SZZ have outstanding finance?

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