Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Vauxhall Antara?

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 Vauxhall Antara?

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 Vauxhall Antara?

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 Vauxhall Antara vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

43% 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 Vauxhall Antara reliable?

Based on MOT data from 824 vehicles, the 2016 Vauxhall Antara has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78.2%, 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 Vauxhall Antara?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Vauxhall Antara are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (79.6% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (72% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (57.1% 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 Vauxhall Antara?

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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Vauxhall Antara (2016)

824 real MOT outcomes analysed • 78.2% first-time pass rate

2016 Vauxhall Antara

CarHunch analysed 824 real MOT records for the 2016 Vauxhall Antara. 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 Vauxhall Antara falls slightly below the UK average with a 78.2% first-time pass rate compared to 80%, but the real concern is that 43.3% of vehicles in this cohort have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above what you'd expect, making thorough pre-purchase inspection essential. With a median mileage of around 50,400 miles for an eight-year-old vehicle, these Antaras are running close to typical wear, yet they're averaging 2.23 failures per test and 13.9 advisories, suggesting ongoing maintenance issues rather than one-off problems.

The high advisory count points to minor wear accumulating faster than in comparable models—suspension, lights, and fluid leaks crop up regularly. Before committing to one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension geometry and brake condition, and budget for consistent upkeep to avoid the pattern of repeat failures these figures suggest.

The 2016 Vauxhall Antara has a decent first-time pass rate (78.2%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ 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

78.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

43.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.23

Over 9.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

50k

Middle half: 39k–62k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 13.9 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 824 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 824 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 79.6%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

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

Brake wear 57.1%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

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

Other issues 46.6%

Oil leak, but not excessive

Suspension & steering 37.8%

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · …

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

Lighting 18.6%

Nearside Front Position lamp not working · Offside Front Position lamp not working

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Vauxhall Antara

Based on MOT data from 824 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 43.3% 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 26,448 Vauxhall Antara vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 32.1%

8,501

White 30.4%

8,047

Grey 16.7%

4,412

Silver 14.4%

3,807

Blue 3.6%

953

Yellow 1.7%

439

Brown 0.3%

Red 0.3%

Gold 0.2%

Beige 0.2%

Bronze 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Vauxhall Antara 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.

50,430

typical

38,981

low mileage

61,984

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Vauxhall Antara vehicles fall between 38,981 and 61,984 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 38,981 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.

✓ 38,981–61,984 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Vauxhall Antaras sit.

⚠ Over 83,678 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Vauxhall Antara — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Vauxhall Antaras are still on the road.

Strong survival — 756 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 93% of the 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

9.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.23

Avg failures per vehicle

13.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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