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DN12 DHU

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

97,584 mi
Last recorded97,584 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN12 DHU
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 97,584 miles

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

body damaged not likely to cause injury

Fail 12 Nov 2025 97,581 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

body damaged not likely to cause injury

Pass 2 Nov 2024 93,306 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2024 93,297 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure pipe snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 86,629 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 80,976 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 76,576 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 76,576 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 69,759 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 55,562 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 53,803 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 48,700 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 42,753 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 42,753 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 35,023 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Apr 2015 35,023 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DN12 DHU is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DN12 DHU, 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 DN12 DHU registered?

DN12 DHU is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 14 May 2012.

Is DN12 DHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN12 DHU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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