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LA17 VSX

2017 Kia Soul

Orange Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

68,129 mi
Last recorded68,129 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Soul31,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA17 VSX
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2017
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 68,129 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 66,659 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Sun roof does not fully close.

Pass 6 Aug 2024 60,405 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 52,064 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 7 Aug 2023 52,064 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Aug 2022 44,559 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 36,502 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 24,521 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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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LA17 VSX is a 2017 Kia Soul in Orange with a 1,591cc petrol 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 LA17 VSX, 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

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What year was LA17 VSX registered?

LA17 VSX is a 2017 Kia Soul, first registered on 15 August 2017.

Is LA17 VSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA17 VSX 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.

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