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KP16 XYA

2016 Kia Soul

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,724 mi
Last recorded43,724 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP16 XYA
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 43,724 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheelchair Ramp box rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 40,249 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 37,795 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))

Fail 29 Feb 2024 37,791 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 2 Mar 2023 33,122 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 26,634 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 19,625 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 19,084 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 17,128 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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KP16 XYA is a 2016 Kia Soul in Red 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 KP16 XYA, 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 KP16 XYA registered?

KP16 XYA is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 8 August 2016.

Is KP16 XYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP16 XYA 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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