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2024 KIA Soul Explore EV Electricity · LD74 YCC

LD74 YCC

2024 KIA Soul Explore EV (electricity). First registered 01 Sept 2024. MOT status: No details held by DVLA. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
KIA SOUL EXPLORE EV
Year / Origin
2024 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
No details held by DVLA
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
Recorded Mileage
—
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
Fuel & Engine
ELECTRICITY
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Not due
First MOT due 24 Sept 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Feb 2027
Fuel Type
ELECTRICITY
Year
2024
Engine
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LD74 YCC Key Findings

  • First MOT due by 24/09/2027
  • Taxed until 01/02/2027

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MOT Status

First MOT not yet due

This vehicle is too new to require an MOT test. UK law requires the first MOT by the third anniversary of registration.

First MOT due by 24/09/2027

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
100
/ 100 · Excellent
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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Too new for MOT
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IMPORTED RECORD

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CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION

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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory

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Buying Score
85/100
Risk Level
Low
Low
Est. Annual Cost
£700-£1,200
Mileage
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Our Verdict

A strong recommendation for buyers seeki

Prioritise verifying the manufacturer's warranty status, as a 2024 Kia should still be well within its original coverage period. Ensure the vehicle is supplied with a complete service history from a Kia authorised dealer to ensure the battery health and software updates have been managed correctly.

Check that all original accessories are present, specifically the home and public charging cables. Negotiate based on the current state of the tyres, as these are the primary wear-and-tear items on a vehicle of this age.

As a fully electric vehicle, this car offers significantly lower energy costs compared to petrol or diesel equivalents. It currently benefits from the lowest road tax brackets, and the absence of an internal combustion engine reduces the number of required mechanical service items.

Typical annual costs will vary based on the owner's electricity tariff and insurance group. Maintenance is generally lower for EVs, though specific insurance premiums for the Soul EV should be checked against the buyer's profile.

Inspect the charging port and the accompanying cables for any signs of damage or wear. Check the tyre tread depth and look for uneven wear, which can occur with the high instant torque typical of electric powertrains.

Since there are no MOT records to reference for failures or advisories, conduct a thorough visual inspection of the blue paintwork for any stone chips or scratches, and check the interior for any signs of premature wear.

This Blue KIA Soul Explore EV was first registered in September 2024. Because the vehicle is under three years old, there is no MOT history available, which is standard for a car of this age. It represents a contemporary, zero-emission option for those looking for a late-model vehicle.

Aggregate reliability data for the KIA Soul Explore EV is not available in the provided dataset.

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Data Sources

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Historical fault & advisory patterns

MOT Status

First MOT not yet due

This vehicle is too new to require an MOT test. UK law requires the first MOT by the third anniversary of registration.

First MOT due by 24/09/2027