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BX16 XAW

2016 Kia Soul

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,211 mi
Last recorded45,211 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX16 XAW
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 45,211 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 43,159 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jun 2025 43,159 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 40,251 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2024 40,251 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 May 2023 36,413 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 32,327 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 28,182 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 26,276 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 22,222 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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BX16 XAW is a 2016 Kia Soul in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BX16 XAW, 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 BX16 XAW registered?

BX16 XAW is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 24 August 2016.

Is BX16 XAW safe to buy?

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