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VK11 MWA

2011 Kia Soul

Grey Petrol 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,332 mi
Last recorded85,332 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Soul59,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK11 MWA
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 85,332 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 84,345 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

corrosion underneath

Pass 26 Aug 2023 80,721 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 76,883 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 76,881 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 72,991 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 70,462 miles

Offside Front foglight not working

Fail 5 Aug 2020 80,448 miles

Offside Front Body component insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front foglight not working

Pass 14 Jun 2019 65,509 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 58,886 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 51,857 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 43,445 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 43,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 35,667 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 27,814 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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VK11 MWA is a 2011 Kia Soul in Grey with a 1,582cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VK11 MWA, 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 VK11 MWA registered?

VK11 MWA is a 2011 Kia Soul, first registered on 9 May 2011.

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