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FP12 VNU

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

160,466 mi
Last recorded160,466 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 160,466 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 145,557 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 133,533 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 121,683 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 121,563 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 104,401 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 74,709 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 74,684 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 60,933 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 45,468 miles

Front brake discs slightly worn

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Jul 2017 45,468 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Front brake discs slightly worn

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 36,086 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 36,086 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Mar 2015 24,007 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 VNU 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 71.4%.

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 FP12 VNU, 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 FP12 VNU registered?

FP12 VNU is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is FP12 VNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP12 VNU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP12 VNU have outstanding finance?

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