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SJ16 XVG

2016 Kia Soul

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,906 mi
Last recorded81,906 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Soul37,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ16 XVG
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2026 81,906 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 75,722 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 69,754 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 59,510 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 49,521 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 39,515 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 29,985 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 20,555 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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SJ16 XVG is a 2016 Kia Soul in White with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SJ16 XVG, 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 SJ16 XVG?

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What year was SJ16 XVG registered?

SJ16 XVG is a 2016 Kia Soul, first registered on 25 March 2016.

Is SJ16 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ16 XVG shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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