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AJ16 DME

2016 Kia Soul

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,341 mi
Last recorded87,341 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ16 DME
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2025 87,341 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 76,350 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 66,023 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 53,353 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 39,978 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 27,826 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 20,195 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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AJ16 DME is a 2016 Kia Soul in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Kia Soul models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 37,182 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AJ16 DME, 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 10 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 AJ16 DME registered?

AJ16 DME is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 28 May 2016.

Is AJ16 DME safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ16 DME shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AJ16 DME have outstanding finance?

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