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BF17 GVU

2017 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

86,072 mi
Last recorded86,072 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Vauxhall Insignia57,086 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF17 GVU
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 86,072 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 May 2026 86,072 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 May 2025 72,276 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 72,274 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 51,755 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2023 33,242 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 Jan 2023 33,241 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Jan 2022 24,945 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 19,742 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020

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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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BF17 GVU is a 2017 Vauxhall Insignia in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2017 Vauxhall Insignia models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 57,086 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 BF17 GVU, 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 9 years old, this Vauxhall Insignia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BF17 GVU registered?

BF17 GVU is a 2017 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 27 June 2017.

Is BF17 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF17 GVU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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