2011 KIA Soul 1.6L Diesel · EX11 GYW
2011 KIA Soul (1.6L, diesel). First registered 09 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 88,633 miles. MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- KIA SOUL
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,633 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EX11 GYW Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/06/2026
- 88,633 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (30 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EX11 GYW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Kia Soul (EX11 GYW) between February 2014 and June 2026.
The record contains 14 passes and 9 failures.
The most recent test on 29 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (30 issues), Windscreen (12 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Steering (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 51 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.
EX11 GYW Mileage History
- 25/02/201451,255 mi
- 06/10/201452,302 mi+1,047 mi
- 05/10/201556,078 mi+3,776 mi
- 05/10/201556,078 mi
- 05/10/201659,506 mi+3,428 mi
- 05/10/201659,506 mi
- 04/10/201763,226 mi+3,720 mi
- 04/10/201763,226 mi
- 02/10/201867,139 mi+3,913 mi
- 02/10/201867,139 mi
- 04/10/201970,891 mi+3,752 mi
- 06/10/202073,328 mi+2,437 mi
- 06/10/202073,328 mi
- 04/10/202175,853 mi+2,525 mi
- 04/10/202279,645 mi+3,792 mi
- 04/10/202279,645 mi
- 02/10/202382,679 mi+3,034 mi
- 02/10/202382,679 mi
- 01/10/202484,515 mi+1,836 mi
- 02/10/202484,516 mi+1 mi
- 14/11/202587,885 mi+3,369 mi
- 25/06/202688,632 mi+747 mi
- 29/06/202688,633 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 3,029 miles per year across 23 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Soul
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: KIA SOUL
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Electric Power Steering (MDPS) Flexible Coupler Wear(Moderate)
The motor-driven power steering (MDPS) column contains a small star-shaped polyurethane flexible coupler that cushions the motor drive gear. Over time, heat and mechanical fatigue cause the plastic teeth to degrade, disintegrate, and create noticeable free play. Drivers experience an annoying clicking or knocking through the steering wheel when changing direction or crossing uneven surfaces. While replacement parts are inexpensive, replacing the coupler requires dropping the steering column and partially dismantling the motor housing.
- 1.6 CRDi Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and EGR Valve Soot Clogging(Moderate)
The 1.6-litre CRDi diesel engine is engineered for motorway cruising and thermal efficiency, but many Souls were purchased as short-distance urban runarounds. In repeated stop-start driving, exhaust temperatures never reach the threshold required for passive DPF regeneration. Unburnt soot accumulates within the particulate filter and recirculating exhaust gas deposits carbon sludge across the EGR valve pintle. Sticking EGR valves cause hesitation under acceleration, black smoke, and eventual DPF blockage that triggers limp-home mode.
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- Electric Power Steering (MDPS) Flexible Coupler WearModerate
The motor-driven power steering (MDPS) column contains a small star-shaped polyurethane flexible coupler that cushions the motor drive gear. Over time, heat and mechanical fatigue cause the plastic teeth to degrade, disintegrate, and create noticeable free play. Drivers experience an annoying clicking or knocking through the steering wheel when changing direction or crossing uneven surfaces. While replacement parts are inexpensive, replacing the coupler requires dropping the steering column and partially dismantling the motor housing.
- 1.6 CRDi Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and EGR Valve Soot CloggingModerate
The 1.6-litre CRDi diesel engine is engineered for motorway cruising and thermal efficiency, but many Souls were purchased as short-distance urban runarounds. In repeated stop-start driving, exhaust temperatures never reach the threshold required for passive DPF regeneration. Unburnt soot accumulates within the particulate filter and recirculating exhaust gas deposits carbon sludge across the EGR valve pintle. Sticking EGR valves cause hesitation under acceleration, black smoke, and eventual DPF blockage that triggers limp-home mode.
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