2017 KIA Soul 1.6L Diesel · DA17 YKF

The 2017 Kia Soul presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 4 June 2025 at 16,846 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the four available MOT entries show no failures, advisories, or recurring mechanical faults across a four-year span. Mileage sits exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle. The record shows 8,737 miles in May 2021, 11,381 in June 2022, 15,125 in June 2024, and 16,846 in June 2025. Annual accumulation averages roughly 1,872 miles, with a notable gap between the 2022 and 2024 tests where no 2023 entry exists. The clean history and sparse data suggest light use, though prolonged standing periods remain plausible given the low totals. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers for corrosion or binding, as low-mileage cars left idle often develop perished rubber and seized components unseen by MOT testers. Examine underside structural integrity and exhaust condition for rust, since the absence of advisories does not preclude early deterioration. Verify service history independently. The MOT record alone confirms statutory roadworthiness only; it does not evidence routine fluid changes, timing belt intervals, or tyre age. Treat the clean passes as a positive baseline rather than a substitute for mechanical appraisal.