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BN62 GKU

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,229 mi
Last recorded107,229 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN62 GKU
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 107,229 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Aug 2026 106,967 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2025 100,980 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 95,480 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 95,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 87,681 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 81,224 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 75,184 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 71,438 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 67,125 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2018 62,544 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 59,059 miles

Rear shock covers loose

Pass 20 Aug 2016 55,348 miles

Nearside Rear shock cover loose

Pass 25 Aug 2015 44,624 miles

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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BN62 GKU 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 85.7%.

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 BN62 GKU, 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

How do I check the history of BN62 GKU?

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What year was BN62 GKU registered?

BN62 GKU is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is BN62 GKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN62 GKU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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