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DY12 VFM

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

87,654 mi
Last recorded87,654 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY12 VFM
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 87,654 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2025 83,884 miles

Under body sealant used difficult to access some component

Under body tray fitted difficult to access some component

Pass 24 Mar 2023 79,878 miles

Front both headlamps had condensation but not effect light

Pass 30 Mar 2022 76,854 miles

Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres / 6 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens slightly condensated (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

emissions plate limit 0.50

Fail 30 Mar 2022 76,854 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres / 6 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens slightly condensated (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

emissions plate limit 0.50

service lamp illuminated

Pass 25 Mar 2021 74,947 miles

service lamp illuminated

Fail 25 Mar 2021 74,947 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

service lamp illuminated

Pass 21 Mar 2020 72,728 miles

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

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

emissions plate limit 0.50

Fail 21 Mar 2020 72,728 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

emissions plate limit 0.50

Pass 22 Mar 2019 67,716 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

service lamp illuminated

Fail 22 Mar 2019 67,716 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too low both front low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

service lamp illuminated

Pass 16 Mar 2018 59,108 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Fail 16 Mar 2018 59,106 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 53,059 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3mm wear remaining - discs also lipped (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

covers fitted in engine bay

Pass 18 Mar 2016 42,588 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 33,337 miles

child seat fitted to nearside rear of vehicle, not allowing full and thorough inspection of adult belt

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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DY12 VFM is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel 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 DY12 VFM, 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 DY12 VFM registered?

DY12 VFM is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 3 April 2012.

Is DY12 VFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY12 VFM 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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