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AV61 OLB

2011 Kia Soul

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,822 mi
Last recorded44,822 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Soul59,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 OLB
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 44,822 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 20 Sep 2024 43,323 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 41,689 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 39,305 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 39,305 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective slight smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 37,703 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 37,703 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 36,194 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 35,083 miles

offside front daytime running lamp inoperative

tow bar fitted but ball removed at time of test

Fail 25 Sep 2019 35,083 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

offside front daytime running lamp inoperative

tow bar fitted but ball removed at time of test

Pass 20 Sep 2018 32,676 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 29,018 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 29,018 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 25,442 miles

both front tyres below legal limit on edges

Pass 21 Sep 2015 20,744 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 15,572 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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AV61 OLB is a 2011 Kia Soul in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Kia Soul models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 59,312 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 AV61 OLB, 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 15 years old, this Kia Soul is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV61 OLB registered?

AV61 OLB is a 2011 Kia Soul, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is AV61 OLB safe to buy?

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