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AU16 WRX

2016 Kia Soul

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,373 mi
Last recorded105,373 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU16 WRX
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 105,373 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2026 105,373 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 99,879 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 96,440 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 93,708 miles

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2023 93,705 miles

Windscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 84,781 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 84,781 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 74,222 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 67,781 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2020 67,781 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2019 54,185 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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AU16 WRX is a 2016 Kia Soul in White with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AU16 WRX, 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

How do I check the history of AU16 WRX?

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What year was AU16 WRX registered?

AU16 WRX is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 7 March 2016.

Is AU16 WRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU16 WRX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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