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FY62 DSV

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,114 mi
Last recorded153,114 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 DSV
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 153,114 miles

Offside headlamp has condensation on the inside of the lens

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 147,403 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2025 147,402 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 136,891 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamp lenses wet on inside of lens and beam pattern slightly effected (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2024 136,891 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamp lenses wet on inside of lens and beam pattern slightly effected (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 129,308 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation on inside of lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f lower wishbone rear bush showing wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 123,030 miles

Engine oil leak

Gearbox oil leak

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Feb 2022 123,029 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Condensation inside lens (4.1.4 (b))

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

Engine oil leak

Gearbox oil leak

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 114,405 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2021 114,405 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer split on seem and leaking gas (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective o/s/f headlamp lens wet on inside effecting beam (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 103,278 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 91,928 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 78,508 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 64,826 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 43,593 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 40,206 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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FY62 DSV is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FY62 DSV, 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 FY62 DSV?

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What year was FY62 DSV registered?

FY62 DSV is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is FY62 DSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY62 DSV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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