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EF61 VTO

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

178,848 mi
Last recorded178,848 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 VTO
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 178,848 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside 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))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 148,093 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 148,093 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 127,452 miles

crack in screen not obstructing view

Pass 2 Jun 2016 99,358 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

crack in screen not obstructing view

Pass 4 Jun 2015 67,613 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 VTO is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EF61 VTO, 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

How do I check the history of EF61 VTO?

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What year was EF61 VTO registered?

EF61 VTO is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 6 January 2012.

Is EF61 VTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF61 VTO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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