BU65 UTH

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
PETROL
Colour
RED
Engine
1398 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
16 April 2027 (306 days away)
Last recorded mileage
18,305 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 49/100

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 14 MOT tests on record with a 57% pass rate and 18,305 miles. While mileage is consistent, the high frequency of failures suggests a history of reactive maintenance.

The mileage trajectory is consistent, averaging 7,034 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or implausible spikes, though annual usage has varied significantly over its 10-year life.

Things to check

  • Recurring major failures in brakes (Mar 2023 advisory, Apr 2024 major) and suspension (Mar 2021, Apr 2022, Mar 2023) indicate systemic neglect.
  • Four major light failures (Mar 2021, Apr 2022, Mar 2023) and two major suspension failures (Mar 2021, Apr 2022) show a pattern of reactive repairs.
  • The 2019 MOT gap suggests a period of off-road use or unrecorded history, raising questions about maintenance during that time.
  • Consistent low annual mileage (e.g., 753 miles in 2020-2021) followed by higher usage (e.g., 13,105 miles in 2024-2025) suggests a change in owner's driving style or needs.

Working in its favour

  • Euro NCAP (2017): 5-star safety rating.
  • Most recent MOT passed despite 6 historical failures
  • Valid MOT until April 2027 provides immediate peace of mind for roadworthiness.
  • Consistent, normal mileage for its age (7,034 miles/year) suggests light use and potential lower wear.

Mileage history

Dec 2018: 18,305 mi PASSMar 2020: 24,189 mi PASSMar 2021: 24,942 mi FAILMar 2021: 24,948 mi PASSApr 2022: 34,326 mi FAILApr 2022: 34,326 mi PASSMar 2023: 44,737 mi FAILApr 2023: 44,764 mi PASSApr 2024: 53,710 mi FAILApr 2024: 53,712 mi PASSApr 2025: 66,817 mi FAILApr 2025: 66,968 mi PASSApr 2026: 72,315 mi FAILApr 2026: 72,315 mi PASS72k45k18kDec 2018Apr 2026

MOT test history — 8/14 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Dec 2018 PASS 18,305 mi None recorded
Mar 2020 PASS 24,189 mi None recorded
Mar 2021 FAIL 24,942 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
MAJOR Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Mar 2021 PASS 24,948 mi None recorded
Apr 2022 FAIL 34,326 mi
MAJOR Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
MAJOR Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
MAJOR Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
MAJOR Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
MAJOR Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Apr 2022 PASS 34,326 mi None recorded
Mar 2023 FAIL 44,737 mi
MAJOR Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
MINOR Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Apr 2023 PASS 44,764 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
MINOR Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Apr 2024 FAIL 53,710 mi
MAJOR Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
MINOR Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Apr 2024 PASS 53,712 mi
MINOR Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Apr 2025 FAIL 66,817 mi
MAJOR Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
MAJOR Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
MAJOR Offside Side repeater not working intermittant (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended trim panels detached and around belt (7.1.2 (d))
MAJOR Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front bumper taped to wing
MAJOR Offside Front Inner Body panel insecure wing panel insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Apr 2025 PASS 66,968 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front bumper taped to wing
Apr 2026 FAIL 72,315 mi
MINOR Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
MAJOR Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Apr 2026 PASS 72,315 mi
MINOR Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside front bumper and wing taped

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