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GF16 YXU

2016 Kia Soul

Yellow Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,034 mi
Last recorded61,034 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF16 YXU
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 61,034 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 57,162 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damaged but not to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2024 53,716 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 49,173 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 44,436 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 40,843 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 37,768 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 32,155 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 32,155 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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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GF16 YXU is a 2016 Kia Soul in Yellow 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 GF16 YXU, 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 GF16 YXU?

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What year was GF16 YXU registered?

GF16 YXU is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 12 April 2016.

Is GF16 YXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF16 YXU 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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