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BL14 SMU

2014 Vauxhall Insignia

Silver Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

129,202 mi
Last recorded129,202 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2014 Vauxhall Insignia80,359 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL14 SMU
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 129,202 miles

Rear shock absorber shrouds missing

oil leaks

Offside Front headlamp has condensation but still has a pattern

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

Fail 27 Nov 2023 129,202 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Rear shock absorber shrouds missing

oil leaks

Pass 22 May 2023 118,783 miles

both sides rear shock absorber shrouds broken

Fail 22 May 2023 118,783 miles

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

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

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

both sides rear shock absorber shrouds broken

Pass 7 Dec 2022 106,382 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 92,539 miles

both sides rear shock absorber shrouds broken

Fail 6 Jun 2022 92,536 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides [on limit ] (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

both sides rear shock absorber shrouds broken

tpms light on

Pass 9 Dec 2021 78,708 miles

both rear shock absorber shrouds broken

Fail 6 Dec 2021 78,544 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

both rear shock absorber shrouds broken

Pass 17 Jun 2021 65,092 miles

Offside Front Wiper not cleaning windscreen as effectively

Offside Rear Tyre cracking

Fail 17 Jun 2021 65,092 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wiper not cleaning windscreen as effectively

Offside Rear Tyre cracking

Pass 11 Jun 2021 65,030 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 60,866 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Dec 2019 53,182 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 16 Dec 2018 43,068 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2018 43,068 miles

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 38,232 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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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BL14 SMU is a 2014 Vauxhall Insignia in Silver with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2014 Vauxhall Insignia models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 80,359 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 BL14 SMU, 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 12 years old, this Vauxhall Insignia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BL14 SMU is a 2014 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 4 August 2014.

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