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GC16 VYU

2016 Kia Soul

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,750 mi
Last recorded69,750 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC16 VYU
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2025 69,750 miles

stone chip in windscreen

Rear slight corrosion on brake discs

Pass 28 Oct 2024 63,923 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 31 Oct 2023 56,995 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 49,669 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 41,321 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Jul 2020 36,204 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 29,437 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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GC16 VYU is a 2016 Kia Soul in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GC16 VYU, 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 GC16 VYU?

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What year was GC16 VYU registered?

GC16 VYU is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 26 July 2016.

Is GC16 VYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC16 VYU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GC16 VYU have outstanding finance?

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