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GJ16 AZP

2016 Kia Soul

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,394 mi
Last recorded69,394 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ16 AZP
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 69,394 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 61,183 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 52,702 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 45,893 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 39,226 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 1 Feb 2022 39,226 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (i))

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 18 Feb 2021 32,253 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 27,462 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 19,761 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL SPLIT

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

Fail 19 Feb 2019 19,761 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL SPLIT

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

REAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT

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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GJ16 AZP is a 2016 Kia Soul in Silver 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 GJ16 AZP, 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 GJ16 AZP?

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What year was GJ16 AZP registered?

GJ16 AZP is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is GJ16 AZP safe to buy?

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