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GJ12 AFV

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Blue Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

110,312 mi
Last recorded110,312 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ12 AFV
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 110,312 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2026 110,312 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 99,494 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 88,757 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 79,801 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Water ingress (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Strut (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Strut (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Jun 2023 79,796 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Water ingress (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Strut (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Strut (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 May 2022 70,262 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Strut (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Strut (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 63,485 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both sides

Fail 7 Jun 2021 63,485 miles

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both sides

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 Jun 2020 54,762 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 49,659 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2019 49,659 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords LOW TREAD, PERISHED, CUT TO CORDS (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 38,962 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Jun 2017 29,562 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 28,673 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 24,242 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 18,043 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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GJ12 AFV is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Blue with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GJ12 AFV, 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 GJ12 AFV registered?

GJ12 AFV is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is GJ12 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ12 AFV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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