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LF16 NGU

2016 Kia Soul

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

77,868 mi
Last recorded77,868 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF16 NGU
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 77,868 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 74,852 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2025 74,852 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 70,982 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 70,980 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2023 66,702 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 63,668 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 43,753 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 38,384 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 33,525 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 23,482 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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LF16 NGU is a 2016 Kia Soul in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LF16 NGU, 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 LF16 NGU?

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What year was LF16 NGU registered?

LF16 NGU is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is LF16 NGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF16 NGU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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