2016 Vauxhall Movano 2.3L Diesel · WM16 COU
2016 Vauxhall Movano (2.3L, diesel). First registered 28 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 106,527 miles. MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL MOVANO
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,527 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WM16 COU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/08/2026
- 106,527 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WM16 COU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Vauxhall Movano (WM16 COU) between July 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view main glass cracked sharp edges (3.3 (b) (ii”; “Offside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective damage sharp edge (4.2.1 (b))”; “Nearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective damage sharp edge (4.2.1 (b))”.
WM16 COU Mileage History
- 14/07/202396,665 mi
- 15/10/2024100,959 mi+4,294 mi
- 28/10/2024101,367 mi+408 mi
- 31/10/2025106,037 mi+4,670 mi
- 20/08/2026106,527 mi+490 mi
Average of roughly 3,179 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Our Verdict
This 2016 Vauxhall Movano presents a mix
When inspecting this Movano, verify that all the items noted during the October 2024 failure—particularly the brake discs, pads, tyres, and lighting components—were replaced with quality parts rather than budget alternatives. Ask the seller for documentary evidence of recent mechanical work, especially given the oil leak advisory recorded during the July 2023 test at 96,665 miles. Check the chassis and bodywork thoroughly for signs of heavy commercial use, panel alignment issues, and wear in the cargo area consistent with its white commercial exterior.
As a large commercial panel van powered by a 2299.0cc diesel engine, fuel economy will vary heavily depending on payload weight and motorway versus urban driving split. Insurance sits in a commercial vehicle group, and road tax follows standard UK commercial vehicle rates. Maintenance costs should factor in regular consumable replacements such as heavy-duty tyres and braking components typical for a vehicle of this size and weight class.
Estimated annual running costs, covering fuel, tax, insurance, and typical maintenance, sit between £1,800 and £2,400 depending on annual mileage and commercial insurance terms.
Pay close attention to the braking system, referencing the October 2024 failure where both rear brake discs were recorded as worn, pitted, or scored, and the brake pads were worn down to the wear indicators alongside an offside front tyre cut reaching the ply. Inspect the underbody around the engine bay for any persistence of the oil leak noted in the July 2023 MOT test. Additionally, check all external lighting lenses and mirrors following the previous failures involving cracked mirror glass and damaged position lamp lenses.
First registered in July 2016, this white Vauxhall Movano with its 2299.0cc diesel engine has covered 106,527 miles as of August 2026. The vehicle holds a recent pass recorded on 2026-08-20 with zero defects noted. However, the history shows a substantial failure on 2024-10-15 involving multiple items including worn brake discs, damaged mirrors, cracked lamp lenses, and a damaged tyre, which were subsequently rectified for its passes in late 2024, 2025, and 2026.
No aggregate reliability data is available for the Vauxhall Movano, making individual MOT history checks especially critical.
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