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LV16 JVL

2016 Kia Soul

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,653 mi
Last recorded72,653 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV16 JVL
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 72,653 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 May 2025 61,312 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 52,542 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 44,129 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 36,259 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 25,132 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 25,128 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2020 24,078 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 24,078 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively N/S wiper split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 20,165 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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LV16 JVL is a 2016 Kia Soul in Blue 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 LV16 JVL, 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 LV16 JVL registered?

LV16 JVL is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 28 May 2016.

Is LV16 JVL safe to buy?

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