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BK12 GWP

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

74,721 mi
Last recorded74,721 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 GWP
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 74,721 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2026 74,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 74,013 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 71,957 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 68,960 miles

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

water ingress in both headlight but not seriously reducing light output

Fail 11 Jul 2023 68,960 miles

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

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

water ingress in both headlight but not seriously reducing light output

Pass 12 Jul 2022 65,377 miles

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

Water ingress in both headlamps.

Fail 12 Jul 2022 65,371 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut to cords and nail in tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Water ingress in both headlamps.

Pass 14 Jul 2021 59,250 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Jul 2020 54,865 miles

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 13 Jul 2020 54,860 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 17 May 2019 48,596 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking in tred. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 May 2019 48,596 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking in tred. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 May 2018 41,753 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has small cut in tread

Fail 15 May 2018 41,753 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has small cut in tread

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

Pass 22 May 2017 35,800 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 35,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 May 2016 29,997 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2015 18,112 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 17,413 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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 GWP is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 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 BK12 GWP, 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 BK12 GWP registered?

BK12 GWP is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is BK12 GWP safe to buy?

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