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SV13 VKR

2013 Kia Soul

Blue Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

77,022 mi
Last recorded77,022 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Soul47,745 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV13 VKR
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 77,022 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 73,642 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

exhaust in poor condition.

Fail 18 Mar 2025 73,640 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both. (4.4.3 (a))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

exhaust in poor condition.

Pass 1 Apr 2024 68,762 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated all. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2024 68,762 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated all. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 61,395 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated all. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both. (3.4 (b) (i))

rear exhaust sheild rattle.

Pass 4 Apr 2022 54,832 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 30 Mar 2022 54,826 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front lower. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 47,985 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 45,160 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear hose assembly slight corossion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 37,867 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 30,506 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 24,044 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 18,872 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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SV13 VKR is a 2013 Kia Soul in Blue with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Kia Soul models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 47,745 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 SV13 VKR, 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 13 years old, this Kia Soul is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SV13 VKR registered?

SV13 VKR is a 2013 Kia Soul, first registered on 27 March 2013.

Is SV13 VKR safe to buy?

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