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VAUXHALL INSIGNIA (2016)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 40,683 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

81%

Total Tests (2024)

40,683

Avg Mileage

87,026 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,577

Is the 2016 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 8 years old, 81% of VAUXHALL INSIGNIAs from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 40,683 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 87,026 miles.

How does the 2016 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA compare?

Rank among all 2016 cars473th out of 586(top 81%)
Rank among all VAUXHALL models566th out of 882(top 64%)
vs national average-1% (82% avg)
vs 2016 cars average-4% (85% avg)
vs VAUXHALL average-3% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2016 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA has 87,026 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a VAUXHALL INSIGNIA?

The most reliable year is the 2018 model with a 88% MOT pass rate, while the 2008 model has the lowest at 70%. The 2016 sits between the two at 81%.

How much does a 2016 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1956cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,577
Per month£131/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

VAUXHALL INSIGNIA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202184%83144,508 mi
202088%2,46043,298 mi
201988%13,96958,557 mi
201888%22,19364,781 mi
201785%28,38274,907 mi
201681%40,68387,026 mi
201580%52,530100,077 mi
201478%47,126110,129 mi
201379%39,443115,689 mi
201278%37,494119,018 mi
201177%42,781117,437 mi
201075%26,420117,904 mi
200974%18,505117,419 mi
200870%20398,026 mi

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About the 2016 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA

The 2016 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA is a family car with a 1956cc diesel engine. 40,683 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 81% of 2016 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 87,026 miles at 8 years old, VAUXHALL INSIGNIA owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2016 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA Fuel Costs

The 1956cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2016 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,577 (£131/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 81% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

VAUXHALL INSIGNIA Reliability Trend

Newer VAUXHALL INSIGNIAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 9 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2016 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA

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. If you're flexible on year, the 2018 model has the highest pass rate at 88%. With 40,683 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2016 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA

If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: