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AF61 AAE

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

155,306 mi
Last recorded155,306 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 AAE
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 155,306 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Sep 2025 155,306 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 150,926 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 142,779 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 133,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 127,105 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 122,740 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 120,684 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 115,457 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Insignia?

Based on 3,238,878 MOT tests across 297,647 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
297,647
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 45,793
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,535
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29,349
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,379
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AF61 AAE is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2012 Vauxhall Insignia models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 83,571 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Insignia fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 45,793 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF61 AAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Insignia typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Vauxhall Insignia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF61 AAE registered?

AF61 AAE is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is AF61 AAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 AAE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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