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BV12 CBX

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2023
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

232,152 mi
Last recorded232,152 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 CBX
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2022 232,152 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 215,070 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Jul 2021 215,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Jun 2021 213,846 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Jan 2021 187,020 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Jan 2021 186,965 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 169,714 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Sides (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 6 Jan 2020 169,714 miles

Front Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (4.1.4 (d))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 149,607 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 132,474 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 131,874 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect HID conversion kit fitted (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect HID conversion kit fitted (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

both registration lamps light output low

engine bay covers fitted

under car trays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2017 108,838 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 95,969 miles

Engine coolant below minimum level

Engine cover fitted preventing examination of some componants

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Under trays fitted preventing examination of some componants

Fail 8 Mar 2016 95,969 miles

Engine coolant below minimum level

Engine cover fitted preventing examination of some componants

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under trays fitted preventing examination of some componants

Fail 18 Feb 2015 64,813 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 64,813 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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BV12 CBX is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 BV12 CBX, 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 BV12 CBX registered?

BV12 CBX is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 12 March 2012.

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