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PK17 VML

2017 Kia Soul

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,004 mi
Last recorded56,004 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Soul31,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK17 VML
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 56,004 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2025 52,028 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 48,274 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 43,533 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 39,166 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 35,281 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 31,023 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2020 31,020 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit vehicle plate value 0.51 vehicle opacity mean - 0.61 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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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PK17 VML is a 2017 Kia Soul in Red 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 PK17 VML, 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 PK17 VML?

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What year was PK17 VML registered?

PK17 VML is a 2017 Kia Soul, first registered on 30 March 2017.

Is PK17 VML safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK17 VML 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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