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R8 HCK

2016 Kia Soul

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,175 mi
Last recorded76,175 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 HCK
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 76,175 miles

High level brake light not working

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perished (5.2.3 (e))

TPMS Light on

Pass 29 Oct 2024 67,918 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also slightly perished and distorted (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2023 58,521 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Oct 2023 58,521 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 49,518 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has slight damage 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 39,777 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also slightly distorted (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also slightly distorted (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 23,385 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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R8 HCK is a 2016 Kia Soul in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R8 HCK, 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 R8 HCK registered?

R8 HCK is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 14 September 2016.

Is R8 HCK safe to buy?

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