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Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,956 cc

K27 BAKMOT history

K27 BAK is a silver diesel Vauxhall Insignia first used on 30 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 15 Jun 2023 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 171,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2022.

K27 BAK silver Vauxhall Insignia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Jun 2023
Mileage
171,143 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2022
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,569 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K27 BAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Insignia
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,956 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
24 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K27 BAK was last recorded at 171,143 miles on 24 May 2022, 3,749 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,394 miles · 3 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
3,749 miles
Average per year
12,569 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 171,143 miles
  • 2021 – 167,394 miles
  • 2020 – 165,993 miles
  • 2019 – 154,229 miles
  • 2018 – 141,811 miles
  • 2017 – 127,069 miles
  • 2016 – 111,900 miles
  • 2015 – 95,600 miles
  • 2014 – 82,546 miles
  • 2013 – 65,486 miles
  • 2012 – 45,675 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,143 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers corroded
  • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted limiting view to testable items
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm back bushes deteriorated slightly on nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened limited view due to under tray)(recommend monitoring (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck to tank pipes
  • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps corroded
  • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little remaining reserve travel
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Requires attention soon (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring/strut mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/box section son nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear arms on nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting areas on nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryMacpherson strut top mount assembly becoming stiff/noisy on nearside and offside when turned by hand

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

16 tests since 30 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,143 miles (+3,749)1 minor24 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    171,143 miles
    Test number
    203821338057
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted limiting view to testable items
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm back bushes deteriorated slightly on nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened limited view due to under tray)(recommend monitoring (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck to tank pipes
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little remaining reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Requires attention soon (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring/strut mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/box section son nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear arms on nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting areas on nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut top mount assembly becoming stiff/noisy on nearside and offside when turned by hand

  2. Pass167,394 miles (+1,401)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    167,394 miles
    Test number
    729913335866
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front x member quite rusty, but undertray obstructs full inspection (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect has sings of fluid leak but still dampening (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass165,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    165,993 miles
    Test number
    618927251058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail165,993 miles (+11,764)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,993 miles
    Test number
    973882594999
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass154,229 miles (+12,418)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    154,229 miles
    Test number
    838159903839
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass141,811 miles (+14,742)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    141,811 miles
    Test number
    212976627451
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective exhaust system hangers corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres on the rear stepping out on inside edge

  7. Pass127,069 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    127,069 miles
    Test number
    552230560691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail127,068 miles (+15,168)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,068 miles
    Test number
    360110815926
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass111,900 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    111,900 miles
    Test number
    624773135880
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail111,900 miles (+16,300)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,900 miles
    Test number
    164511180919
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass95,600 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,600 miles
    Test number
    399281765118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise n/s rear tyre wearing low

  12. Fail95,600 miles (+13,054)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,600 miles
    Test number
    435251465126
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise n/s rear tyre wearing low

  13. Pass82,546 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    82,546 miles
    Test number
    829827564104
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail82,546 miles (+17,060)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,546 miles
    Test number
    247044864188
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass65,486 miles (+19,811)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    65,486 miles
    Test number
    437802573108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    45,675 miles
    Test number
    148581152111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K27 BAK

Does K27 BAK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K27 BAK expired on 15 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K27 BAK?
The MOT on K27 BAK expired on 15 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K27 BAK done?
K27 BAK was recorded at 171,143 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2022, an average of 12,569 miles a year.
Has K27 BAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K27 BAK has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on K27 BAK ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K27 BAK find?
K27 BAK passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2022 with 1 minor defect and 24 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; both front shock absorbers corroded; engine covers and under trays fitted limiting view to testable items, and 22 more.

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