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BN12 NGV

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

143,468 mi
Last recorded143,468 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 NGV
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 143,468 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2025 143,468 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2024 131,632 miles

Both head lamps full of condensation and beam images fading

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 121,119 miles

Condensation in both headlights

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

Fail 4 Aug 2023 121,119 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Condensation in both headlights

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has a piece of metal and a cut in it (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 106,137 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

under tray fitted at time of inspection

Pass 13 Aug 2021 98,157 miles

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

Condensation in both head lamps

Engine and battery covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2020 95,255 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has condensation inside

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

Offside Rear shock absorber dust tube bump stop insecure

Fail 15 Aug 2020 95,255 miles

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

Engine covers & under trays fitted

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has condensation inside

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

Offside Rear shock absorber dust tube bump stop insecure

Pass 2 May 2019 91,072 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Mar 2018 80,765 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Fail 15 Mar 2018 80,765 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 17 Mar 2017 69,166 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 60,981 miles

Offside Rear seat belt not checked child seat fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2015 46,510 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Feb 2015 46,510 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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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BN12 NGV is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BN12 NGV, 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 BN12 NGV registered?

BN12 NGV is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is BN12 NGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 NGV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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