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HK12 JKY

2012 Kia Soul

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

129,169 mi
Last recorded129,169 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 Kia Soul52,463 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK12 JKY
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2023 129,169 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 121,787 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Seat belt installation not tested - too dirty/loaded to examine

Pass 3 Aug 2020 106,895 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Aug 2020 106,895 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 96,847 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 80,682 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 70,963 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 70,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 59,314 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 59,314 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 49,192 miles

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

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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HK12 JKY is a 2012 Kia Soul in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 HK12 JKY, 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 HK12 JKY registered?

HK12 JKY is a 2012 Kia Soul, first registered on 28 July 2012.

Is HK12 JKY safe to buy?

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