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KS16 OBU

2016 Kia Soul

Black Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,040 mi
Last recorded81,040 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS16 OBU
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 81,040 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 73,731 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test screen

Pass 3 Jul 2024 65,429 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 29 Jun 2023 58,397 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 53,954 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2022 53,954 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 45,012 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 39,708 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 32,104 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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KS16 OBU is a 2016 Kia Soul in Black with a 1,591cc petrol 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 KS16 OBU, 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 KS16 OBU?

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What year was KS16 OBU registered?

KS16 OBU is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 8 July 2016.

Is KS16 OBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS16 OBU 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.

Does KS16 OBU have outstanding finance?

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