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FP12 FYB

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,503 mi
Last recorded132,503 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 FYB
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 132,503 miles

general underside corrosion

Pass 8 Aug 2025 129,783 miles

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

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

Nearside Front headlamp has condensation

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Top. Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear under body and suspension have surface rust

Fail 8 Aug 2025 129,783 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front headlamp has condensation

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Top. Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear under body and suspension have surface rust

Pass 9 Aug 2024 124,150 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front both headlamps have condensation in them

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing top casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing top casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Aug 2024 124,150 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front both headlamps have condensation in them

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing top casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing top casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 118,755 miles

Front Both Headlights Have Water In Them

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2023 118,755 miles

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

Front Both Headlights Have Water In Them

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 113,502 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 107,937 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 100,423 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

a number of upper covers prevent full inspection of a number of items

Pass 21 Aug 2019 93,468 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 79,944 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 67,059 miles

slight imbalance to rear footbrake

Pass 4 Jul 2016 48,426 miles

Offside Front o/s wiper blade rubber split

Pass 21 Jul 2015 40,098 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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FP12 FYB is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FP12 FYB, 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 FP12 FYB?

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What year was FP12 FYB registered?

FP12 FYB is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is FP12 FYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP12 FYB shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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