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FG12 VLB

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

White Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

130,168 mi
Last recorded130,168 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 VLB
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 130,168 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 111,903 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective water inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both rear shock absorber shields insecure

ignition lock damaged

Pass 29 Jan 2024 99,712 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2024 99,682 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Beam image poor / condensation inside light unit (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Beam image poor / condensation inside light unit (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 74,701 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 71,532 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 67,032 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 60,227 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 60,227 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 52,713 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 52,712 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 42,703 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 32,873 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 19,578 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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FG12 VLB is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in White with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FG12 VLB, 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.

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What year was FG12 VLB registered?

FG12 VLB is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 16 April 2012.

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