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GF12 CYG

2012 Kia Soul

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

46,998 mi
Last recorded46,998 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Soul52,463 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 CYG
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 46,998 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 44,060 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 40,676 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 40,170 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 39,605 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 38,671 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 38,008 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 36,159 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2019 36,159 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 34,395 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

both rear tyres perished

Pass 16 Feb 2017 32,461 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 27,491 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 18,732 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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GF12 CYG is a 2012 Kia Soul in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GF12 CYG, 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 GF12 CYG?

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What year was GF12 CYG registered?

GF12 CYG is a 2012 Kia Soul, first registered on 18 June 2012.

Is GF12 CYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 CYG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF12 CYG have outstanding finance?

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