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BU12 ZYB

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

158,608 mi
Last recorded158,608 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU12 ZYB
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 158,608 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 147,003 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2025

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2024 135,832 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2024 135,831 miles

Emissions unable to be completed high smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 118,614 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2022 116,743 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 113,820 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 111,878 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 107,889 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 107,423 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 100,324 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 94,431 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 87,282 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 82,127 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 76,472 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 70,040 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 65,216 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 56,996 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 56,696 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 55,786 miles

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

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

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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BU12 ZYB is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 BU12 ZYB, 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 BU12 ZYB registered?

BU12 ZYB is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is BU12 ZYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU12 ZYB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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