2009 KIA Soul 1.6L Petrol · LR59 SXZ
2009 KIA Soul (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2009. Recorded mileage 50,142 miles. MOT valid until 26 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA SOUL
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,142 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LR59 SXZ Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/12/2025
- 50,142 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LR59 SXZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Kia Soul (LR59 SXZ) between September 2012 and December 2025.
The record contains 14 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 27 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))”; “Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))”.
LR59 SXZ Mileage History
- 28/09/201212,548 mi
- 30/09/201317,938 mi+5,390 mi
- 30/09/201317,938 mi
- 30/09/201422,712 mi+4,774 mi
- 01/10/201525,827 mi+3,115 mi
- 26/07/201628,141 mi+2,314 mi
- 27/07/201628,141 mi
- 14/07/201729,186 mi+1,045 mi
- 25/07/201831,017 mi+1,831 mi
- 26/07/201933,939 mi+2,922 mi
- 26/07/201933,939 mi
- 28/01/202138,382 mi+4,443 mi
- 27/01/202240,522 mi+2,140 mi
- 28/01/202342,958 mi+2,436 mi
- 26/01/202445,438 mi+2,480 mi
- 26/01/202445,440 mi+2 mi
- 24/01/202547,172 mi+1,732 mi
- 27/12/202550,142 mi+2,970 mi
Average of roughly 2,838 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Soul
Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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