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BG12 BGK

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

314,974 mi
Last recorded314,974 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 BGK
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2024 314,974 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 6 Oct 2023 288,979 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Sep 2023 283,438 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 265,785 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 265,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect beam pattern is slanted upwards to the right as opposed to kick left and flat (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 244,575 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bad inner edge/ at 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 224,609 miles

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

Undertrays fitted thus not allowing full inspection of brake/fuel lines

Pass 8 Apr 2019 196,341 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 196,341 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 166,126 miles

Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 132,883 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 103,568 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 75,730 miles

Oil leak

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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BG12 BGK is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Vauxhall Insignia models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 83,571 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 BG12 BGK, 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.

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What year was BG12 BGK registered?

BG12 BGK is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 19 April 2012.

Is BG12 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 BGK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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