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HN12 KRF

2012 Kia Soul

Blue Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,687 mi
Last recorded89,687 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Soul52,463 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN12 KRF
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 89,687 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 87,057 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 86,107 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 18 May 2024 86,107 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 71,835 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 56,552 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 50,376 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 18 May 2020 45,452 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 9 May 2019 38,131 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and inner sidewall perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2018 32,809 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 26,993 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 May 2016 20,512 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2015 14,239 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 14,239 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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HN12 KRF is a 2012 Kia Soul in Blue with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HN12 KRF, 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 HN12 KRF registered?

HN12 KRF is a 2012 Kia Soul, first registered on 25 May 2012.

Is HN12 KRF safe to buy?

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