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BG11 ZTJ

2011 Kia Soul

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

119,374 mi
Last recorded119,374 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Soul59,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG11 ZTJ
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 119,374 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 105,107 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 91,472 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 91,422 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2021 83,831 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 71,807 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 60,859 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 49,528 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 27,395 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 27,395 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 9,516 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BG11 ZTJ is a 2011 Kia Soul in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 BG11 ZTJ, 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

How do I check the history of BG11 ZTJ?

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What year was BG11 ZTJ registered?

BG11 ZTJ is a 2011 Kia Soul, first registered on 29 August 2011.

Is BG11 ZTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG11 ZTJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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