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GP16 NYS

2016 Kia Soul

Black Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,497 mi
Last recorded30,497 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP16 NYS
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 30,497 miles

Nearside Rear Lamp lens damaged

Pass 7 Aug 2024 27,436 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower part of light lens damaged

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 24,342 miles

Nearside Rear Lower part of light lens damaged

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Jul 2022 21,766 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 18,748 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 16,840 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 17 Aug 2020 16,840 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 19 Aug 2019 14,006 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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GP16 NYS is a 2016 Kia Soul in Black with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GP16 NYS, 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 GP16 NYS?

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What year was GP16 NYS registered?

GP16 NYS is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 23 August 2016.

Is GP16 NYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP16 NYS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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