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DN61 GVJ

2011 Kia Soul

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

106,688 mi
Last recorded106,688 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Soul59,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN61 GVJ
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 106,688 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 101,970 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

hand brake travel high, requirements only just met.

rear axle corroded.

Pass 3 Nov 2023 93,552 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 79,189 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 73,760 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 72,026 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Number plates may not be road legal

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 11 Feb 2021 72,026 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Number plates may not be road legal

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 67,275 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 58,525 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 14 Feb 2018 48,255 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 40,963 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 30,637 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 15,964 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 15,938 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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DN61 GVJ is a 2011 Kia Soul in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DN61 GVJ, 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 DN61 GVJ registered?

DN61 GVJ is a 2011 Kia Soul, first registered on 28 November 2011.

Is DN61 GVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN61 GVJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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