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SD16 XWU

2016 Vauxhall Antara

White Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

59,018 mi
Last recorded59,018 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Antara50,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD16 XWU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAntara
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 59,018 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 17 Dec 2025 58,946 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 29 Oct 2025 58,904 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate: 0.50 , Recorded: 1.67 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Covered By Camera (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 46,711 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

plastic cover sills and engine undertrays are fitted, preventing inspection of components

Fail 1 Nov 2024 46,699 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

plastic cover sills and engine undertrays are fitted, preventing inspection of components

Pass 4 Nov 2023 41,060 miles

oil residue around rear of engine, no leaks found

Pass 26 Mar 2019 24,768 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Antara?

Based on 362,535 MOT tests across 26,838 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
6,611
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
26,838
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 3,890
Registration plate lamp not working 3,438
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,940
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,940
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SD16 XWU is a 2016 Vauxhall Antara in White with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2016 Vauxhall Antara models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 50,696 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 Antara fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 3,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SD16 XWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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SD16 XWU is a 2016 Vauxhall Antara, first registered on 31 March 2016.

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