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HY12 TXW

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

123,606 mi
Last recorded123,606 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 TXW
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 123,606 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 120,374 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 117,601 miles

condensation both headlights

Fail 3 Feb 2024 117,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

condensation both headlights

Pass 21 Jan 2023 114,321 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 110,787 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 104,430 miles

Front split turbo boost pipe noted to front hose recommend repair asap

Offside Front water ingress into headlight assembley

Rear both rear tyres wearing on inner edges and slightly perished

Fail 9 Dec 2020 104,430 miles

Front split turbo boost pipe noted to front hose recommend repair asap

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

Offside Front water ingress into headlight assembley

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

Rear both rear tyres wearing on inner edges and slightly perished

Pass 18 Apr 2019 95,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 2454019 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 95,516 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 2454019 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 87,377 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 76,335 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 61,135 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 45,632 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres outer shape

Fail 27 Mar 2015 45,632 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres outer shape

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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HY12 TXW is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HY12 TXW, 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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What year was HY12 TXW registered?

HY12 TXW is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 19 April 2012.

Is HY12 TXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY12 TXW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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