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HY62 VZV

2012 Kia Soul

Silver Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

65,380 mi
Last recorded65,380 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Soul52,463 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY62 VZV
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 65,380 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 60,825 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 55,463 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 51,194 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2022 51,194 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 46,997 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 42,468 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2019 37,224 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 31,366 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 24,639 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 21,761 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 16,970 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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HY62 VZV is a 2012 Kia Soul in Silver with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HY62 VZV, 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 HY62 VZV?

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What year was HY62 VZV registered?

HY62 VZV is a 2012 Kia Soul, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is HY62 VZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY62 VZV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HY62 VZV have outstanding finance?

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