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LX61 EKU

2012 Vauxhall Insignia

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

109,229 mi
Last recorded109,229 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Insignia83,571 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX61 EKU
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2025 109,229 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 104,081 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 104,068 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam N/S+O/S (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S+O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens condensated

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S+O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S+O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 99,265 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 99,265 miles

Headlamp aim too low both fronts (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 84,214 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 81,891 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 79,458 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 74,122 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2018 67,393 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 61,129 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 30 Jan 2016 51,060 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seatbelt

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection on engine

Pass 15 Jan 2015 36,550 miles

nearside rear tyre has a cut in the sidewall but not showing the cords

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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LX61 EKU is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LX61 EKU, 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 LX61 EKU registered?

LX61 EKU is a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is LX61 EKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX61 EKU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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