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KL18 KMJ

2018 Kia Soul

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,370 mi
Last recorded36,370 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Soul27,501 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL18 KMJ
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Jul 2026 36,370 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 32,131 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 27,328 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 20,981 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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KL18 KMJ is a 2018 Kia Soul in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Kia Soul models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 27,501 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 KL18 KMJ, 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 8 years old, this Kia Soul is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KL18 KMJ?

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What year was KL18 KMJ registered?

KL18 KMJ is a 2018 Kia Soul, first registered on 17 August 2018.

Is KL18 KMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL18 KMJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KL18 KMJ have outstanding finance?

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