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R2 SVT

2016 Kia Soul

Red Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,584 mi
Last recorded39,584 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 SVT
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 39,584 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 38,764 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 36,094 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 32,659 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 28,312 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 22,986 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 19,103 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 19,103 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 12,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (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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R2 SVT is a 2016 Kia Soul in Red 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 R2 SVT, 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 R2 SVT?

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What year was R2 SVT registered?

R2 SVT is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 1 July 2016.

Is R2 SVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 SVT 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.

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