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AR08 DMR

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

93,880 mi
Last recorded93,880 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR08 DMR
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 93,880 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords damage to outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2026 93,880 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords damage to outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 88,998 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 85,800 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 80,916 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2023 80,916 miles

Central Front Lower Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Holed along front edge. other parts covered with plastic covers and condition unknown. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 76,928 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 73,509 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 73,509 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 71,426 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 66,124 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 66,124 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 62,313 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 58,833 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 53,823 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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AR08 DMR is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AR08 DMR, 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

How do I check the history of AR08 DMR?

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What year was AR08 DMR registered?

AR08 DMR is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 6 November 2012.

Is AR08 DMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR08 DMR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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