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Kia Soul

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,582 cc

LM61 LYDMOT history

LM61 LYD is a blue diesel Kia Soul first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 50,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

LM61 LYD blue Kia Soul – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Soul, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
50,098 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,526 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 LYD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Soul
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 LYD was last recorded at 50,098 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,098 miles · 12 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,526 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,098 miles
  • 2025 – 47,062 miles
  • 2024 – 44,182 miles
  • 2022 – 41,064 miles
  • 2021 – 38,295 miles
  • 2020 – 36,056 miles
  • 2019 – 33,907 miles
  • 2018 – 31,259 miles
  • 2017 – 27,348 miles
  • 2016 – 23,016 miles
  • 2015 – 17,192 miles
  • 2014 – 12,250 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,098 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    50,098 miles
    Test number
    611434092356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail50,098 miles (+829)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,098 miles
    Test number
    651942489097
    • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass49,269 miles (+2,207)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    49,269 miles
    Test number
    654005709406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged flat spot in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear and nearside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass47,062 miles (+2,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    47,062 miles
    Test number
    382869334493
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass44,182 miles (+3,118)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    44,182 miles
    Test number
    404971210202
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass41,064 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    41,064 miles
    Test number
    627499009497
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front starting to split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge stepping and cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive turbo pipe? (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail41,064 miles (+2,769)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,064 miles
    Test number
    212658707004
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front starting to split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge stepping and cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive turbo pipe? (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass38,295 miles (+2,239)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    38,295 miles
    Test number
    860000042992
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides, leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive turbo pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  9. Pass36,056 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    36,056 miles
    Test number
    458544674142
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail36,056 miles (+2,149)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,056 miles
    Test number
    307206987776
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass33,907 miles (+2,648)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    33,907 miles
    Test number
    687124400484
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively Both Sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass31,259 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    31,259 miles
    Test number
    102187666421
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread cracked

  13. Fail31,259 miles (+3,911)1 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,259 miles
    Test number
    287526516709
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and offside front (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread cracked

  14. Pass27,348 miles (+4,332)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    27,348 miles
    Test number
    106591556815
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracked in tread
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  15. Pass23,016 miles (+5,824)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    23,016 miles
    Test number
    520713775995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,192 miles (+4,942)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    17,192 miles
    Test number
    363213698210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass12,250 miles (+4,218)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    12,250 miles
    Test number
    498801164287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,032 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    8,032 miles
    Test number
    585042954288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM61 LYD

Does LM61 LYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 LYD is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 LYD?
The MOT on LM61 LYD is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 LYD done?
LM61 LYD was recorded at 50,098 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 3,526 miles a year.
Has LM61 LYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 LYD has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 LYD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LM61 LYD find?
LM61 LYD passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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