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EX12 OSM

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

132,940 mi
Last recorded132,940 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 OSM
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 132,940 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 122,785 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 112,640 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 96,785 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 87,538 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2022 87,538 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 77,933 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 72,390 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 65,024 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 60,215 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 57,036 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 51,478 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 40,786 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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EX12 OSM is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EX12 OSM, 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 EX12 OSM registered?

EX12 OSM is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is EX12 OSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX12 OSM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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