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DS12 ATU

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,002 mi
Last recorded126,002 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2020
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 ATU
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2020 126,002 miles

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

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

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

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

gearbox rear lower mounting bushes starting to tear

offside and nearside rear shock absorber covers insecure

Pass 19 Nov 2019 111,488 miles

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

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

offside rear shock absorber cover insecure

Pass 8 Nov 2018 92,158 miles

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

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

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

corrosion build up on offside and nearside rear brake discs

nearside rear tyre wearing close to indicator level and walls starting to deteriorate

noise from alternator

offside rear shock absorber cove insecure

slight bind on nearside rear brake

slight difference in rear brake application during roller brake test

slight leak at exhaust flexi section

Pass 20 Nov 2017 73,293 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 56,336 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 36,729 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 17,572 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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DS12 ATU is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DS12 ATU, 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 DS12 ATU registered?

DS12 ATU is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is DS12 ATU safe to buy?

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