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BU16 XCR

2016 Toyota Auris

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,633 mi
Last recorded87,633 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Toyota Auris48,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 XCR
MakeToyota
ModelAuris
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 87,633 miles

Coolant level on min mark

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Outer Nail in tyre edge ()

Fail 18 Feb 2026 87,633 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Coolant level on min mark

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Outer Nail in tyre edge ()

Pass 28 Feb 2025 73,573 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Feb 2025 73,573 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 61,848 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 47,905 miles

Nearside Rear tail light lens broken

Fail 24 Feb 2023 47,904 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear tail light lens broken

Pass 11 Feb 2022 35,908 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 33,639 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 29,960 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 24,515 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Toyota Auris?

Based on 2,200,162 MOT tests across 179,856 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,114
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
179,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,783
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,597
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,275
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7,890
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BU16 XCR is a 2016 Toyota Auris in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Toyota Auris models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 48,284 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 Toyota Auris fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 13,783 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU16 XCR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Auris typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 10 years old, this Toyota Auris is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU16 XCR registered?

BU16 XCR is a 2016 Toyota Auris, first registered on 3 March 2016.

Is BU16 XCR safe to buy?

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