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BV12 KCJ

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

White Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

134,343 mi
Last recorded134,343 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 KCJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 134,343 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Misted (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside rear parking brake cable corroded

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2026 134,343 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected Battery (4.11 (a) (ii))

Emissions unable to be completed Due to condition of exhaust (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Coolant Reservoir empty

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Misted (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside rear parking brake cable corroded

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 130,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective Misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake cable corroded

Rear bumper damaged

Fail 26 Jul 2022 130,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective Misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake cable corroded

Rear bumper damaged

Pass 27 Jul 2021 127,664 miles

Parking brake cable corroded

Rear bumper damaged

Fail 27 Jul 2021 127,664 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective condensation in lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective condensation in lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake cable corroded

Rear bumper damaged

Fail 10 Jul 2021 127,641 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Brake cable damaged but not to excess parking brake cable (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation in lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation in lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

engine cover and undertrays fitted

rear bumper damaged

Pass 2 Sep 2019 118,028 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3.mm and bald edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

undertrays fitted

Fail 30 Aug 2019 117,994 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3.mm and bald edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2018 109,899 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 109,899 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 5 Jul 2017 103,668 miles

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

rack gaitors twisted n/s and o/s

Pass 22 Jun 2016 96,008 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 74,472 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 KCJ is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in White with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 KCJ, 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 KCJ registered?

BV12 KCJ is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 8 June 2012.

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