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FP12 VBZ

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

99,908 mi
Last recorded99,908 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 VBZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 99,908 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2026 99,908 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 94,214 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 93,405 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 90,037 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 86,544 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 82,774 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 78,131 miles

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

under-tray fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 12 Dec 2019 73,600 miles

under-tray fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 21 Nov 2018 68,041 miles

under-tray fitted,obscuring some components

Pass 21 Dec 2017 62,197 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 52,712 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 39,530 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 26,036 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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FP12 VBZ 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 92.9%.

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 VBZ, 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 VBZ?

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What year was FP12 VBZ registered?

FP12 VBZ is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 2 May 2012.

Is FP12 VBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP12 VBZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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