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DF16 GVL

2016 Kia Soul

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,189 mi
Last recorded64,189 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF16 GVL
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 64,189 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 57,249 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2025 57,249 miles

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 49,874 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 43,771 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 37,336 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 31,278 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 26,803 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 19,691 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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DF16 GVL is a 2016 Kia Soul in Red 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 DF16 GVL, 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 DF16 GVL?

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What year was DF16 GVL registered?

DF16 GVL is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 15 June 2016.

Is DF16 GVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF16 GVL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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