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SB58 DWL

2008 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

79,823 mi
Last recorded79,823 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Insignia68,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB58 DWL
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 79,823 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nail in n/s/r tyre

small exhaust blow [flexi]

Fail 6 Aug 2015 79,823 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nail in n/s/r tyre

small exhaust blow [flexi]

Pass 13 Aug 2014 73,645 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

both rear bump stops deterioated

hand brake high

n/s/r brake binding

Fail 13 Aug 2014 73,645 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Additional braking device contacts insecure (3.6.I.1)

Nearside Front Additional braking device wiring not secure (3.6.I.5)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

both rear bump stops deterioated

hand brake high

n/s/r brake binding

Fail 9 Aug 2014 73,604 miles

Nearside Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust damaged inside flex

lighting switch hard to rotate and covered in something sticky

n/s/r brake binding

o/s/r brake shows signs of overheating

power steering pipe damaged and chaffing on o/s subframe leg

reverse lights inop - recon gearbox fitted recently

Pass 23 Aug 2013 61,777 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 35,148 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 15,125 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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SB58 DWL is a 2008 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Insignia models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 68,610 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 SB58 DWL, 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 18 years old, this Vauxhall Insignia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SB58 DWL registered?

SB58 DWL is a 2008 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is SB58 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB58 DWL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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