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BT12 LUJ

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

136,831 mi
Last recorded136,831 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT12 LUJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 136,831 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 117,085 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 115,492 miles

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))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 102,942 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front day running light not working

Fail 29 Jul 2022 102,942 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front day running light not working

Pass 26 Aug 2021 96,338 miles

Boot compartment full

Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

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

Offside & Nearside rear tyre's on 3.5mm

Pass 15 Aug 2020 91,330 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 78,639 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 62,773 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 49,355 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 34,540 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 19,281 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 17,778 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 17,778 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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BT12 LUJ 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 BT12 LUJ, 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 BT12 LUJ?

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What year was BT12 LUJ registered?

BT12 LUJ is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 19 July 2012.

Is BT12 LUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT12 LUJ 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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