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Vauxhall Movano (2016)

6,154 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.4% first-time pass rate

2016 Vauxhall Movano

CarHunch analysed 6,154 real MOT records for the 2016 Vauxhall Movano. 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 Movano falls short of the UK average with a 76.3% first-time pass rate versus 80%, and this is a genuine concern—42.1% of these vans have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is unusually high and suggests structural or safety weaknesses you'd want a pre-purchase inspection to catch. With a median mileage of 79,743 miles for an eight-year-old van, these are moderate-use vehicles, but they're averaging 2.23 failures per test, indicating recurring issues beyond wear-and-tear.

The 9.2 advisories per vehicle tell you maintenance demands are constant, which isn't surprising for a working van but does add up in repair costs over ownership. Before buying, have any candidate inspected by a specialist with van experience, particularly focusing on the areas flagged as dangerous defects—suspension, braking, or corrosion—rather than hoping a passing MOT is enough reassurance.

The 2016 Vauxhall Movano has a decent first-time pass rate (76.4%), 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
76.4%
UK average ~80%
Around average
Dangerous (ever)
42.1%
At least once in MOT history
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Avg failures / car
2.23
Over 8.7 tests on record
High
Typical mileage
80k
Middle half: 53k–114k
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 9.2 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 6,154 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 6,154 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 38.4%
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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …
Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.
Brake wear 31.4%
Parking brake efficiency below requirements · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …
Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.
Other issues 30.5%
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction · Oil leak, but not excessive
Lighting 19.3%
Nearside Front Position lamp not working · Offside Front Position lamp not working · Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources · …
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 Movano

Based on MOT data from 6,154 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 42.1% 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 ClickMechanic
  • 📄 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 carVertical Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 88,180 Vauxhall Movano vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 74.3%
65,508
Silver 9.4%
8,285
Blue 6.3%
5,597
Red 4.1%
3,625
Yellow 1.8%
1,623
Grey 1.4%
1,200
Black 1.3%
1,181
Green 0.7%
640
Orange 0.2%
190
Purple 0.2%
158
Cream 0.1%
87
Brown 0.1%
86

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Vauxhall Movano 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.

79,743
typical
53,144
low mileage
113,569
high mileage

Half of all 2016 Vauxhall Movano vehicles fall between 53,144 and 113,569 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?
Under 53,144 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.
53,144–113,569 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Vauxhall Movanos sit.
Over 153,318 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 Movano — Still on the Road

Most 2016 Vauxhall Movanos are still being driven.

Strong survival — 5,003 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 86% of the peak.

396 5,003 2018 2025

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

8.7
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
2.23
Avg failures per vehicle
9.2
Avg advisories per vehicle
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