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DX61 LVB

2011 Kia Soul

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,701 mi
Last recorded39,701 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Soul59,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX61 LVB
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 39,701 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 14 Jan 2026 39,619 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2025 37,913 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in between flexy pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Jan 2025 37,913 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in between flexy pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 35,318 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 33,974 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 32,364 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 31,112 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 29,947 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 29,947 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 27,793 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 25,108 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 21,528 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 16,891 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 12,191 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Nov 2014 12,145 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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DX61 LVB is a 2011 Kia Soul in Blue 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 DX61 LVB, 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 DX61 LVB?

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What year was DX61 LVB registered?

DX61 LVB is a 2011 Kia Soul, first registered on 6 December 2011.

Is DX61 LVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX61 LVB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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