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GK17 LKV

2017 Kia Soul

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,064 mi
Last recorded50,064 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Soul31,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK17 LKV
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 50,064 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 48,846 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing 215/55 r17 98v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2024 46,631 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 44,515 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 44,498 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/55 17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 42,129 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm 215/55 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 39,765 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 37,610 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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GK17 LKV is a 2017 Kia Soul in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GK17 LKV, 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 GK17 LKV?

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What year was GK17 LKV registered?

GK17 LKV is a 2017 Kia Soul, first registered on 11 March 2017.

Is GK17 LKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK17 LKV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GK17 LKV have outstanding finance?

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