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HV12 ZXM

2012 Kia Soul

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

107,472 mi
Last recorded107,472 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Soul52,463 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV12 ZXM
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 107,472 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2025 107,472 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged in contact with anti roll bar link (1.6 (d))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front daytime running lamp not working

Pass 4 Dec 2024 101,742 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 94,964 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2022 85,004 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front inners (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 75,154 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 67,664 miles

emissions too clean too register

Pass 18 Dec 2019 62,183 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 53,066 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 44,124 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 34,759 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 24,245 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 16,093 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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HV12 ZXM is a 2012 Kia Soul in Black 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 HV12 ZXM, 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 HV12 ZXM registered?

HV12 ZXM is a 2012 Kia Soul, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is HV12 ZXM safe to buy?

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