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AU17 DAO

2017 Kia Soul

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

63,096 mi
Last recorded63,096 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Soul31,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU17 DAO
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 63,096 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 54,251 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2024 54,117 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 47,340 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 47,340 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 42,003 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 32,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 23,316 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 16,845 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Soul?

Based on 301,582 MOT tests across 24,409 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
5,647
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
24,409
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,057
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,926
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,754
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AU17 DAO is a 2017 Kia Soul in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Kia Soul models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 31,701 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Soul fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 2,057 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU17 DAO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Soul typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 9 years old, this Kia Soul is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU17 DAO?

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What year was AU17 DAO registered?

AU17 DAO is a 2017 Kia Soul, first registered on 28 March 2017.

Is AU17 DAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU17 DAO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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