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GU16 DPV

2016 Kia Soul

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,719 mi
Last recorded145,719 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU16 DPV
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 145,719 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 133,258 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2024 133,258 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 125,647 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 125,646 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2023 107,594 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 79,904 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 62,778 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 43,713 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 21,417 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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GU16 DPV is a 2016 Kia Soul in Blue 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 GU16 DPV, 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 GU16 DPV?

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What year was GU16 DPV registered?

GU16 DPV is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 10 March 2016.

Is GU16 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU16 DPV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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