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FH61 HVM

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

149,666 mi
Last recorded149,666 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH61 HVM
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 149,666 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 149,123 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 141,248 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2024 139,779 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 118,197 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 104,110 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 103,849 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 95,840 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 83,289 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 70,496 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 70,481 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 60,430 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 44,366 miles

wipers smearing

Fail 11 Nov 2014 44,365 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

wipers smearing

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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FH61 HVM is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 FH61 HVM, 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 FH61 HVM?

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What year was FH61 HVM registered?

FH61 HVM is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 8 February 2012.

Is FH61 HVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH61 HVM shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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