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
- 1956 cc
- Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Taxed
- MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Valid
- MOT due
- 26 July 2026 (42 days away)
- Last recorded mileage
- 35,863 mi
AI verdict CAUTION 41/100
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 10 MOT tests on record with a 70% pass rate and 35,863 miles. While many defects were immediately rectified, the repeated nature of these advisories warrants a thorough inspection.
The vehicle exhibits high annual usage, averaging 14,016 miles per year, significantly above the UK average of 8,000, with a notable spike in 2020 (+20,552 miles in 12 months).
Things to check
- Recurring suspension failures: Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured (Jul 2022) and Offside Rear Coil spring fractured (Jul 2020).
- Recurring tyre advisories: Four separate tyre condition advisories across 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 tests.
- High annual mileage: 14,016 miles/year, significantly above UK average, indicating more wear and tear.
- Escalating wiper issue: MINOR on Jul 2024, escalated to MAJOR on Jul 2025, indicating a pattern of neglect.
Working in its favour
- Valid MOT until 2026-07-26, providing immediate peace of mind.
- All major failures were immediately rectified and passed retests, showing responsive ownership.
- No mileage discrepancies or signs of odometer fraud detected in the MOT history.
- Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) indicates a generally safe vehicle.
Mileage history
MOT test history — 7/10 passed
| Date | Result | Mileage | Defects & advisories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2019 | PASS | 35,863 mi | None recorded |
| Jul 2020 | PASS | 56,415 mi |
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
|
| Jul 2021 | PASS | 66,260 mi |
ADVISORY Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) ADVISORY Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
|
| Jul 2022 | FAIL | 86,103 mi |
ADVISORY Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) ADVISORY Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) MAJOR Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i)) MAJOR Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a)) ADVISORY Nearside rear tyre slightly stepped on inner edge
|
| Jul 2022 | PASS | 86,103 mi |
ADVISORY Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) ADVISORY Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) ADVISORY Nearside rear tyre slightly stepped on inner edge
|
| Jul 2023 | FAIL | 104,002 mi |
MAJOR Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
|
| Jul 2023 | PASS | 104,002 mi | None recorded |
| Jul 2024 | PASS | 121,036 mi |
ADVISORY Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) ADVISORY Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) MINOR Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i)) MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
|
| Jul 2025 | FAIL | 133,980 mi |
MAJOR Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii)) ADVISORY Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) ADVISORY Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) ADVISORY front brake pads uneven wear though no binding MAJOR Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
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| Jul 2025 | PASS | 133,980 mi |
ADVISORY Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) ADVISORY Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) ADVISORY front brake pads uneven wear though no binding
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About this page
This page shows public vehicle data for registration BX16 VAF, 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.