2014 KIA Soul 1.6L Diesel · X700 JNS
2014 KIA Soul (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Jan 2014. Recorded mileage 72,359 miles. MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA SOUL
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,359 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X700 JNS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2025
- 72,359 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X700 JNS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Kia Soul (X700 JNS) between December 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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 Rear Brake insecure caliper bolt missing (1.1.21 (c))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
X700 JNS Mileage History
- 09/12/202361,628 mi
- 09/12/202361,628 mi
- 04/12/202465,679 mi+4,051 mi
- 05/12/202465,679 mi
- 02/12/202572,359 mi+6,680 mi
Average of roughly 5,412 miles per year across 5 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.
- Steering rack safety recall (MK2, 2014-2015)(Serious)
A second-generation Kia Soul built between January 2014 and September 2015 was covered by a Kia product recall because the steering rack could fail, possibly resulting in a loss of directional control. This is a safety-critical issue: if the rack develops play or the assistance becomes inconsistent, the driver may lose precise directional control of the car. Kia addressed it through a dealer recall. For a used buyer the essential check is that the recall has been completed for this specific vehicle, because an unresolved rack fault is both unsafe and expensive to put right out of warranty.
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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.
- Steering rack safety recall (MK2, 2014-2015)Serious
A second-generation Kia Soul built between January 2014 and September 2015 was covered by a Kia product recall because the steering rack could fail, possibly resulting in a loss of directional control. This is a safety-critical issue: if the rack develops play or the assistance becomes inconsistent, the driver may lose precise directional control of the car. Kia addressed it through a dealer recall. For a used buyer the essential check is that the recall has been completed for this specific vehicle, because an unresolved rack fault is both unsafe and expensive to put right out of warranty.
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