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CV12 FVW

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

133,792 mi
Last recorded133,792 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 FVW
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 133,792 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake binding slightly

Pass 7 Mar 2025 131,252 miles

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

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

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

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

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

general underbody corrosion

Pass 5 Apr 2024 127,829 miles

Front Both tyres worn slightly on edges

Rear Both brakes binding slightly

Pass 17 Apr 2023 123,593 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 119,645 miles

n/s headlamp has a lot of moisture in it

Pass 6 Apr 2021 115,914 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2020 114,111 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wipers smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pads worn low

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 110,847 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive turbo intercooler pipe aera (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers outer casing rusty-

Under-trays/covers fitted obscuring inspection of certain underside components- Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.- Battery cover fitted- Exhaust rusty-

Fail 12 Apr 2019 110,840 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive turbo intercooler pipe aera (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers outer casing rusty-

Under-trays/covers fitted obscuring inspection of certain underside components- Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.- Battery cover fitted- Exhaust rusty-

Pass 3 May 2018 107,177 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 105,944 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 98,649 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 98,060 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 69,985 miles

both rear tyres low on inner raised edges

small chips in windscreen

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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CV12 FVW is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 CV12 FVW, 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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CV12 FVW is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 2 May 2012.

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