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BK16 ZNL

2016 Kia Soul

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,488 mi
Last recorded56,488 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK16 ZNL
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 56,488 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 52,865 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Nov 2023 50,789 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 50,789 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 47,936 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 3 May 2022 47,447 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 42,502 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively osr nsr (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing osr nsr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 36,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S/F outer pad EXTREMELY close to fail criteria. Requires attention ASAP. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 11 Mar 2019 26,785 miles

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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BK16 ZNL is a 2016 Kia Soul in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BK16 ZNL, 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 BK16 ZNL registered?

BK16 ZNL is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 21 March 2016.

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