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AE16 VKX

2016 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

46,488 mi
Last recorded46,488 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Insignia64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 VKX
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 46,488 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 43,850 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Mar 2024 43,850 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 42,002 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 40,965 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 39,263 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 39,259 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

tyre pressure monitoring light indicates pressures need adjusting

Pass 21 Mar 2020 35,898 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2020 35,898 miles

Nearside Steering locking device ineffective track rod end locknut insecure (2.1.3 (d))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 30,718 miles

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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AE16 VKX is a 2016 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AE16 VKX, 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.

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What year was AE16 VKX registered?

AE16 VKX is a 2016 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is AE16 VKX safe to buy?

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