KIA Soul MOT Failure Rate — 3-5 Years Old

12.1%
MOT failure rate for 3-5-year-old KIA Soul vehicles
Based on 18,472 MOT tests
15.9pp below the UK average (28%)

KIA Soul shows good reliability at this age, with a 12.1% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (3-5 Years)

Which parts of a 3-5-year-old KIA Soul are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 2.0%
Visibility 1.9%
Brakes 1.4%
Lamps & Electrics 1.1%
Suspension 0.3%
Steering 0.1%
Body & Chassis 0.0%

How Does This Compare?

KIA Soul MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 9.8% 3,897 Tyres
3-5 years 12.1% 18,472 Tyres
6-10 years 23.2% 46,485 Brakes
11-15 years 41.2% 33,581 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 3-5 year old KIA Soul reliable?

Yes. Based on 18,472 MOT tests, 3-5-year-old KIA Soul vehicles have a 12.1% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 3-5 year old KIA Soul?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 2.0% failure risk
  • Visibility — 1.9% failure risk
  • Brakes — 1.4% failure risk

How can I prepare my KIA Soul for its MOT?

For a 3-5-year-old KIA Soul, focus on: (1) Tyres — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 3-5-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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