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BG12 DAO

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

White Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,528 mi
Last recorded103,528 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 DAO
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 103,528 miles

Engine cover fitted

Undertray fitted

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

Fail 15 Dec 2025 103,528 miles

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Undertray fitted

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 87,840 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective Slighty smearing but still clearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 71,218 miles

engine cover fitted

engine sounding rough and slight smoke

Pass 15 Dec 2022 65,229 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 58,870 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 52,467 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 52,467 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245.45.18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2019 44,937 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 44,545 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 41,963 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 37,991 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 37,991 miles

Central Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 29,167 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 21,989 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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BG12 DAO is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in White with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BG12 DAO, 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 BG12 DAO registered?

BG12 DAO is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is BG12 DAO safe to buy?

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