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DV12 FMU

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Silver Petrol 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,387 mi
Last recorded131,387 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV12 FMU
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 131,387 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 131,380 miles

Fuel pipe leaking Under centre of body (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 113,315 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2025 113,314 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 May 2024 99,511 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 99,511 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 88,310 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 75,511 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 75,511 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 64,977 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 55,828 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 47,646 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 36,112 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 27,189 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 24,707 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 19,433 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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DV12 FMU is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Silver with a 1,956cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DV12 FMU, 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 DV12 FMU registered?

DV12 FMU is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 4 May 2012.

Is DV12 FMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV12 FMU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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