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GU16 TKD

2016 Kia Soul

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,400 mi
Last recorded49,400 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU16 TKD
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 49,400 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2025 43,240 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2025 43,240 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords kerb damage showing cord (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 34,454 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 29,971 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 29,971 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 26,099 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 22,238 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 18,889 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 14,002 miles

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

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 TKD is a 2016 Kia Soul in Black 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 TKD, 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

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What year was GU16 TKD registered?

GU16 TKD is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 21 March 2016.

Is GU16 TKD safe to buy?

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