2009 KIA Soul 1.6L Diesel · YX09 PPV
2009 KIA Soul (1.6L, diesel). First registered 02 Mar 2009. Recorded mileage 114,201 miles. MOT valid until 01 Nov 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA SOUL
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Nov 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,201 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YX09 PPV Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/11/2026
- 114,201 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (31 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YX09 PPV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Kia Soul (YX09 PPV) between February 2012 and November 2026.
The record contains 15 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 November 2026 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: Brakes (31 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 39 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: “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.
YX09 PPV Mileage History
- 27/02/201239,929 mi
- 01/03/201355,612 mi+15,683 mi
- 17/06/201462,481 mi+6,869 mi
- 17/06/201567,910 mi+5,429 mi
- 16/06/201671,877 mi+3,967 mi
- 16/06/201777,019 mi+5,142 mi
- 13/06/201881,212 mi+4,193 mi
- 17/06/201984,731 mi+3,519 mi
- 17/06/202087,089 mi+2,358 mi
- 17/06/202189,655 mi+2,566 mi
- 17/06/202293,289 mi+3,634 mi
- 25/05/202396,231 mi+2,942 mi
- 10/06/202499,417 mi+3,186 mi
- 13/06/202499,417 mi
- 09/06/2025101,743 mi+2,326 mi
- 10/06/2025101,743 mi
- 02/11/2026114,201 mi+12,458 mi
Average of roughly 5,059 miles per year across 17 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: 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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