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EF61 EZM

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

115,219 mi
Last recorded115,219 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 EZM
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 115,219 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2025 110,185 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2025 110,183 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 106,579 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output misting (4.1.4 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 25 Sep 2024 106,579 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output misting (4.1.4 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 Sep 2023 95,132 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2022 86,436 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2022 86,436 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 75,025 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 71,995 miles

both headlights condensated

n/s number plate light dim

Fail 17 Nov 2020 71,995 miles

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

both headlights condensated

n/s number plate light dim

Pass 18 Nov 2019 66,839 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 66,839 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 61,181 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced inner position light inop (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears worn on egde (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 56,289 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 48,773 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Nov 2016 48,769 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 40,896 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 33,145 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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EF61 EZM is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 EF61 EZM, 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 EF61 EZM registered?

EF61 EZM is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 16 January 2012.

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