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BK12 GWJ

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Blue Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

129,106 mi
Last recorded129,106 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 GWJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 129,106 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2023 129,106 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 193,560 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2022 193,560 miles

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2021 172,170 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 172,162 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Front offside wheel arch liner insecure and not protecting items behind

Pass 21 Oct 2020 163,435 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 82,622 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 75,350 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 75,063 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 69,699 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 63,253 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 61,809 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 54,487 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 45,107 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 42,765 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 42,765 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 32,696 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 27,688 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 27,542 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 27,255 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 25,474 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 25,474 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BK12 GWJ is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Blue with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 BK12 GWJ, 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 BK12 GWJ registered?

BK12 GWJ is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 19 March 2012.

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