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G3 GKE

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Blue Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2027
Tests27 (23 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate85.2%

Mileage

61,231 mi
Last recorded61,231 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 GKE
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

23 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 61,231 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2026 61,231 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2025 49,489 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2025 78,787 miles

Both headlights condensated

Pass 3 Sep 2024 42,302 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 64,867 miles

Fuel tank filler neck corroded

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Sep 2023 31,427 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 51,533 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 19 Sep 2022 26,700 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 39,230 miles

Both rear tyres splitting (225/55 r17)

Fail 6 Jun 2022 39,230 miles

Both rear tyres splitting (225/55 r17)

Offside Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 26,028 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 26,027 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall 225-55-17 xload (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2020 24,818 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 24,818 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wiper blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 23,467 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 37,305 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear subframe showing corrosion

Pass 3 Sep 2018 20,546 miles

Emissions not detected on acceleration

Pass 17 May 2018 33,733 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 17,530 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 29,238 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear wheel binding

Offside Rear wheel binding

Rear unable to inspect rear seat belts

Pass 20 Sep 2016 13,515 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 25,093 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 10,986 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 21,642 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 17,259 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2013 13,780 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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G3 GKE is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Blue with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.2%.

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 G3 GKE, 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.

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G3 GKE is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 30 November 2012.

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