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AA56 STU

2018 Vauxhall Insignia

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,219 mi
Last recorded45,219 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Vauxhall Insignia51,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA56 STU
MakeVauxhall
ModelInsignia
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2026 45,219 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2026 45,219 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2026 73,235 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Rear pipes ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Mar 2026 73,235 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Rear pipes ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2025 45,205 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 66,793 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts 2 mil (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 65,311 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2023 62,445 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 41,780 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 58,406 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 35,804 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 52,693 miles

Rear both rear shocker shields / bump stops fallen down, will not stay up (worn)

Fail 12 Mar 2021 52,693 miles

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

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

Rear both rear shocker shields / bump stops fallen down, will not stay up (worn)

Pass 21 Mar 2020 47,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 40,550 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener hanging from interior mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 27,073 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2018 27,073 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 21,938 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 20,012 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 16,770 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 13,722 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 11,805 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AA56 STU is a 2018 Vauxhall Insignia in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2018 Vauxhall Insignia models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 51,071 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 AA56 STU, 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 8 years old, this Vauxhall Insignia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AA56 STU registered?

AA56 STU is a 2018 Vauxhall Insignia, first registered on 23 November 2018.

Is AA56 STU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA56 STU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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