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BV12 DHY

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

170,224 mi
Last recorded170,224 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 DHY
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2024 170,224 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 158,900 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output condensation in lamp (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber top mount corroded

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output condensation in lamp (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear shock absorber top mount corroded

both rear brake discs shields corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2022 146,065 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 133,048 miles

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

both rear tyres showing signs of flat spots on inner edge

Fail 26 Mar 2021 133,046 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust bolt snapped and extreme leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

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

both rear tyres showing signs of flat spots on inner edge

Pass 31 Mar 2020 122,116 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 107,599 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 107,599 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 95,406 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 82,431 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 67,432 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 53,618 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 53,618 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 DHY is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Vauxhall Insignia models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 83,571 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 BV12 DHY, 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 BV12 DHY registered?

BV12 DHY is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is BV12 DHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 DHY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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