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AU16 UVC

2016 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

125,250 mi
Last recorded125,250 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Insignia64,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU16 UVC
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 125,250 miles

Nearside Front daytime running light

Fail 14 Oct 2025 125,250 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front daytime running light

Pass 22 Aug 2024 109,999 miles

Nearside Lower Sill,damaged

Fail 22 Aug 2024 109,999 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Lower Sill,damaged

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 99,494 miles

covers fitted to outer sills and parts of underside not allowing full inspection of some areas

Fail 9 Aug 2023 99,488 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

covers fitted to outer sills and parts of underside not allowing full inspection of some areas

Pass 23 Aug 2022 89,758 miles

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

covers fitted to outer sills and parts of under side not allowing full inspection of some areas

Pass 25 Aug 2021 78,432 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

covers fitted to outer sills not allowing full inspection

Fail 25 Aug 2021 78,432 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

covers fitted to outer sills not allowing full inspection

Pass 14 Aug 2020 67,777 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 48,448 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge patchy wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge patchy wear (5.2.3 (e))

TPMS lamp remains on

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Insignia?

Based on 3,238,878 MOT tests across 297,647 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
297,647
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 45,793
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,535
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29,349
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,379
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AU16 UVC is a 2016 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2016 Vauxhall Insignia models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 64,248 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 Vauxhall Insignia fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 45,793 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU16 UVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Insignia typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 10 years old, this Vauxhall Insignia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU16 UVC?

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What year was AU16 UVC registered?

AU16 UVC is a 2016 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 12 April 2016.

Is AU16 UVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU16 UVC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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