2012 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · FD61 XUJ
2012 Vauxhall Insignia (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Jan 2012. Recorded mileage 165,979 miles. MOT expired on 24 Oct 2024. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL INSIGNIA
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Oct 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 165,979 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Archived Record
Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
FD61 XUJ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 17/10/2023
- 165,979 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FD61 XUJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Vauxhall Insignia (FD61 XUJ) between October 2022 and October 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 October 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (15 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 27 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
FD61 XUJ Mileage History
- 24/10/2022137,716 mi
- 26/10/2022137,716 mi
- 16/10/2023165,979 mi+28,263 mi
- 17/10/2023165,979 mi
Average of roughly 28,858 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Insignia Mk1 pre-facelift
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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Our Verdict
Exercise caution with this vehicle. The
Focus your attention on the chassis and braking systems. The 2022 MOT record shows a failure for brake pads worn 'metal to metal' and fractured coil springs, suggesting a pattern of wear that requires verification. You should request evidence that the leaking rear hydraulic brake caliper and the fractured anti-roll bar linkage identified in previous tests were professionally repaired rather than patched.
The 1956cc diesel engine is designed for efficiency over long distances, but maintenance costs are likely to be elevated given the vehicle's age and high mileage. Expect higher spend on consumables such as tyres and brake pads, which have been recurring themes in this car's MOT history.
Annual costs will include diesel fuel, road tax based on the 2012 emissions bracket, and insurance. Given the documented need for suspension and brake work, a higher-than-average maintenance budget is recommended.
Carefully inspect the rear suspension arms and shock absorbers; the 2023 MOT specifically noted corrosion on the lower arms and reduced damping effect on both sides. Check all tyres for cracking and perishing, as the October 2023 record highlighted issues with the rear inner and offside rear tyres.
Verify the current state of the brake discs and pads, noting the 'wearing thin' advisories from the most recent test. Finally, check the coil springs for any signs of stress or fractures, as these are a known weak point for the Insignia and caused a failure for this specific vehicle in 2022.
This silver 2012 Vauxhall Insignia has recorded 165,979 miles. Its MOT history reveals repeated failures concerning critical safety components, including fractured coil springs and a leaking brake caliper. While it passed its most recent test, it did so with a long list of advisories regarding corrosion and worn braking components.
The Insignia has an average MOT pass rate of 77.7%, with coil springs, tyres, and corrosion being the most frequent failure reasons across the model range.
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