BU16 LWX

2016 VAUXHALL — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VAUXHALL
Year
2016
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
BLACK
Engine
1598 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
5 May 2027 (325 days away)
Last recorded mileage
73,982 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 67/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2016 Vauxhall has 8 MOT tests on record with a 88% pass rate and 73,982 miles. The recent MOT failure in May 2026, though immediately rectified, indicates a need for thorough pre-purchase inspection.

The vehicle shows consistent annual mileage averaging 11,968 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or implausible spikes, indicating normal usage.

Things to check

  • May 2026 MOT failure (123,845 mi) — immediately retested and passed, but indicates recent maintenance needs.
  • May 2025 MOT advisory for Offside Rear Tyre worn close to limit — a recent wear item.

Working in its favour

  • Euro NCAP (2017): 5-star safety rating.
  • Most recent MOT passed despite 1 historical failure
  • Valid MOT until May 2027, providing immediate peace of mind.
  • Consistent, normal annual mileage (11,968 mi/yr) — no fraud indicators.

Mileage history

Jan 2020: 73,982 mi PASSFeb 2021: 79,183 mi PASSApr 2022: 86,946 mi PASSApr 2023: 91,050 mi PASSApr 2024: 100,851 mi PASSMay 2025: 108,970 mi PASSMay 2026: 123,845 mi FAILMay 2026: 123,845 mi PASS124k99k74kJan 2020May 2026

MOT test history — 7/8 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jan 2020 PASS 73,982 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Feb 2021 PASS 79,183 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Apr 2022 PASS 86,946 mi None recorded
Apr 2023 PASS 91,050 mi None recorded
Apr 2024 PASS 100,851 mi
MINOR Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
May 2025 PASS 108,970 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
May 2026 FAIL 123,845 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
PRS Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no fluid (3.5 (a))
May 2026 PASS 123,845 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BU16 LWX, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.