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LF16 NJY

2016 Kia Soul

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,691 mi
Last recorded35,691 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF16 NJY
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 35,691 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 29,745 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 27,485 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 22,019 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 17,342 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 12,760 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 10,738 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 6,494 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 6,494 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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 NJY is a 2016 Kia Soul in Black 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 LF16 NJY, 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 NJY?

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What year was LF16 NJY registered?

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

Is LF16 NJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF16 NJY 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 LF16 NJY have outstanding finance?

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