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FT61 BGK

2011 Kia Soul

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,873 mi
Last recorded87,873 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Soul59,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 BGK
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 87,873 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 83,803 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2024 83,478 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 78,636 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 78,574 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 74,204 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 70,654 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 61,491 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 48,695 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 43,339 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 35,966 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 27,917 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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FT61 BGK is a 2011 Kia Soul in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FT61 BGK, 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 FT61 BGK?

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What year was FT61 BGK registered?

FT61 BGK is a 2011 Kia Soul, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is FT61 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 BGK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FT61 BGK have outstanding finance?

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