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BG62 BYP

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

152,284 mi
Last recorded152,284 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 BYP
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 152,284 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2024 141,690 miles

Front REGISTRATION PLATE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED / MISREAD

Nearside Front NAIL IN TYRE

Fail 7 Dec 2024 141,635 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Dec 2023 136,006 miles

engine covers fitted

under components corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2022 133,708 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 125,534 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 112,070 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 99,043 miles

engine noise

Fail 21 Oct 2019 99,043 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine noise

Pass 31 Oct 2018 79,925 miles

slight dampness on fuel filter

water level just below min

Pass 2 Oct 2017 58,519 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Oct 2017 58,519 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 44,079 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 31,669 miles

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

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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BG62 BYP is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BG62 BYP, 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 BG62 BYP registered?

BG62 BYP is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 1 November 2012.

Is BG62 BYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 BYP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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