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DS12 VSA

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Silver Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

240,254 mi
Last recorded240,254 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 VSA
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 240,254 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 227,656 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 212,968 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2022 197,337 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 160,246 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 138,568 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 122,327 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 122,327 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2016 103,098 miles

both front tyre low tread

both rear tyre just legal

Pass 1 Aug 2015 77,971 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 VSA is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Silver with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VSA, 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 DS12 VSA registered?

DS12 VSA is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 18 July 2012.

Is DS12 VSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS12 VSA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS12 VSA have outstanding finance?

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