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DF12 GZV

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

130,710 mi
Last recorded130,710 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 GZV
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 130,710 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2025 120,737 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2025 120,736 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 109,812 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 104,934 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 95,736 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 85,663 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2019 71,816 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 61,198 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 51,934 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 51,934 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 May 2016 43,766 miles

rear seatbelts visual check due to child seats fitted

Pass 15 May 2015 35,519 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 GZV is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DF12 GZV, 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 DF12 GZV registered?

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

Is DF12 GZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 GZV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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