ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE (2016)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 76 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
100%
Total Tests (2024)
76
Avg Mileage
32,495 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,097
Is the 2016 ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the ASTON MARTIN brand average of 94%.
At 8 years old, 100% of ASTON MARTIN RAPIDEs from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 76 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 32,495 miles.
How does the 2016 ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2016 ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE has 32,495 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2016 ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE by Year
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About the 2016 ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE
The 2016 ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE is a luxury with a 5935cc petrol engine. 76 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 1% of all 2016 cars for reliability.
With an average of 32,495 miles at 8 years old, ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2016 ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE Fuel Costs
The 5935cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2016 ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 (£175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE Reliability Trend
Newer ASTON MARTIN RAPIDEs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 3 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2016 ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE
At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. Note: with only 76 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2016 ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE
The ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol luxurys from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MERCEDES SLK (2014) 87% pass rate (-13%) from 11,284 tests
- MERCEDES S-CLASS (2017) 93% pass rate (-7%) from 5,990 tests
- JEEP CHEROKEE (2016) 86% pass rate (-14%) from 2,801 tests
- BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT (2018) 97% pass rate (-3%) from 2,312 tests