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DRZ 5493

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

56,032 mi
Last recorded56,032 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 5493
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 56,032 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2025 55,937 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 49,581 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 44,058 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 38,478 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 33,675 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 28,334 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 28,334 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 24,677 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 20,021 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 16,286 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 11,833 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 8,628 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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DRZ 5493 is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Black 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 DRZ 5493, 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

How do I check the history of DRZ 5493?

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What year was DRZ 5493 registered?

DRZ 5493 is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 9 January 2012.

Is DRZ 5493 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 5493 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.

Does DRZ 5493 have outstanding finance?

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