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GF12 DFP

2012 Kia Soul

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,870 mi
Last recorded23,870 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Soul52,463 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 DFP
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2026 23,870 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2025 22,756 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 22,715 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 22,524 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 22,344 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 22,068 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 21,829 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 21,157 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 20,577 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 19,614 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 17,321 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 14,627 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 DFP is a 2012 Kia Soul in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GF12 DFP, 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 GF12 DFP registered?

GF12 DFP is a 2012 Kia Soul, first registered on 19 April 2012.

Is GF12 DFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 DFP shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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