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KR18 NSU

2018 Kia Soul

Red Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,150 mi
Last recorded15,150 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Soul27,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR18 NSU
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 15,150 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 12,878 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 10,609 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 8,476 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2023 8,476 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 5,826 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 4,565 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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KR18 NSU is a 2018 Kia Soul in Red with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KR18 NSU, 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 KR18 NSU?

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What year was KR18 NSU registered?

KR18 NSU is a 2018 Kia Soul, first registered on 4 May 2018.

Is KR18 NSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR18 NSU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KR18 NSU have outstanding finance?

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