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DF12 GZN

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Silver Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

113,524 mi
Last recorded113,524 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 GZN
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 113,524 miles

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

corrosion on chassis around subframe mounts

Fail 19 Nov 2025 113,524 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

corrosion on chassis around subframe mounts

Pass 2 Dec 2024 109,266 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 104,708 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2023 104,708 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 99,403 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both rear wheels difficult to turn by hand whilst jacked (1.2.1 (f))

rear underside of vehicle needs cleaning off and wax oiling/treatment applied

Pass 11 Oct 2021 89,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation in light (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation in light (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 80,234 miles

Nearside Headlamp condensation

Fail 24 Oct 2020 80,234 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp condensation

Pass 2 May 2019 63,549 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 55,797 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 55,797 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 52,460 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 42,323 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 33,758 miles

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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DF12 GZN is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Silver with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DF12 GZN, 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 DF12 GZN registered?

DF12 GZN is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 30 June 2012.

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