Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Qingqi Qm?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Qingqi Qm?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Qingqi Qm?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2016 Qingqi Qm vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

38% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2016 Qingqi Qm reliable?

Based on MOT data from 560 vehicles, the 2016 Qingqi Qm has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Qingqi Qm?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Qingqi Qm are: Exhaust noisy (24.6% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (21.4% of vehicles), COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION (19.8% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Qingqi Qm?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Qingqi Qm (2016)

560 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.1% first-time pass rate

2016 Qingqi Qm

CarHunch analysed 560 real MOT records for the 2016 Qingqi Qm. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 QINGQI QM falls well short of the UK average, with a 73.1% first-time pass rate versus the 80% benchmark—a meaningful gap that signals below-average reliability. More concerning is that 37.9% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is substantially higher than typical and should give any prospective buyer pause.

These QMs are running low mileage for their age at a median of 7,895 miles, suggesting light use rather than underlying durability issues, though the 1.16 average failures per vehicle and 5.1 advisories indicate persistent problems beyond wear and tear. If you're considering one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the specific faults that triggered those dangerous defect flags—they're the real red flag here.

The 2016 Qingqi Qm has a below-average first-time pass rate (73.1% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

73.1%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

37.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.16

Over 3.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–13k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 5.1 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 560 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 560 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 24.6%

Exhaust noisy

Tyre wear 21.4%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 19.8%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Drive chain worn but not considered excessive

Lighting 19.2%

Drive chain slightly loose · Rear reflector missing · Headlamp aim too low · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Brake wear 15.3%

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 9.3%

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Qingqi Qm

Based on MOT data from 560 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 37.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,546 Qingqi Qm vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 38.8%

987

White 23.8%

605

Blue 17.3%

441

Orange 11.4%

291

Red 4.1%

104

Green 2.5%

Silver 1.2%

Yellow 0.6%

Grey 0.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Qingqi Qm vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

7,895

typical

4,163

low mileage

13,078

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Qingqi Qm vehicles fall between 4,163 and 13,078 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,163 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 4,163–13,078 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Qingqi Qms sit.

⚠ Over 17,655 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Qingqi Qm — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 25% of 2016 Qingqi Qms are still active.

Numbers are declining — 90 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (25% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

3.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.16

Avg failures per vehicle

5.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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