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DS16 XDK

2016 Kia Soul

Blue Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,669 mi
Last recorded40,669 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS16 XDK
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 40,669 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2026 40,669 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2025 35,888 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 31,769 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 29,662 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 27,877 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 26,142 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 23,016 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 19,331 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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DS16 XDK is a 2016 Kia Soul in Blue with a 1,591cc petrol 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 DS16 XDK, 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 DS16 XDK?

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What year was DS16 XDK registered?

DS16 XDK is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 21 June 2016.

Is DS16 XDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS16 XDK 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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