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NG16 WAO

2016 Kia Soul

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,265 mi
Last recorded66,265 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG16 WAO
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 66,265 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 60,219 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 54,244 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 May 2023 48,498 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 48,478 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Handbrake arm on caliper not returning to stop when released

Pass 18 May 2022 42,451 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 36,384 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 30,414 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 30,414 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged cut to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

ALL DISCS CORRODED AND FRONT PADS LOW

NSR TYRE PERISHED ON OUTER SIDEWALL

Pass 19 Aug 2019 26,867 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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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NG16 WAO is a 2016 Kia Soul in Black 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 NG16 WAO, 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 NG16 WAO registered?

NG16 WAO is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 20 August 2016.

Is NG16 WAO safe to buy?

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