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A5 NBV

2016 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

116,120 mi
Last recorded116,120 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Insignia64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 NBV
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 116,120 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 108,769 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 99,931 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 88,265 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2023 88,265 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 73,140 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 53,309 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 45,284 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 45,284 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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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A5 NBV is a 2016 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 A5 NBV, 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

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What year was A5 NBV registered?

A5 NBV is a 2016 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 30 September 2016.

Is A5 NBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 NBV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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