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GU12 XAK

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,027 mi
Last recorded154,027 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 XAK
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2022 154,027 miles

Nearside Rear back plate corrosion

Fail 8 Mar 2022 154,027 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear back plate corrosion

Pass 5 Mar 2021 142,086 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 142,086 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2020 134,496 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 134,492 miles

Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jan 2019 125,611 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2019 125,611 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 115,438 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 106,979 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and rear both sides. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 103,031 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 82,085 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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GU12 XAK is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GU12 XAK, 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 GU12 XAK registered?

GU12 XAK is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is GU12 XAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU12 XAK shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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