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SB58 DWY

2008 Vauxhall Insignia

Black Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

113,138 mi
Last recorded113,138 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Insignia68,610 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB58 DWY
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2019 113,138 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 106,283 miles

Engine Covers / under-trays fitted

Under-chassis / suspension & Brake components corroded.

Fail 17 Jan 2018 106,283 miles

Engine Covers / under-trays fitted

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Under-chassis / suspension & Brake components corroded.

Pass 17 Jun 2016 98,603 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 83,480 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jun 2015 83,480 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jun 2014 69,162 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Slihgt play at steering wheel up & down.

Fail 9 Jun 2014 69,162 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Slihgt play at steering wheel up & down.

Fail 18 Jun 2013 58,699 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 58,699 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 56,285 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)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 56,285 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)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 48,944 miles

Exhaust Tailpipe Mounting Loose.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 DWY is a 2008 Vauxhall Insignia in Black with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 DWY, 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 DWY registered?

SB58 DWY is a 2008 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 29 December 2008.

Is SB58 DWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB58 DWY shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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