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Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,796 cc

K40 DCSMOT history

K40 DCS is a black petrol Vauxhall Insignia first used on 29 Dec 2010. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2024 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 66,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2023.

K40 DCS black Vauxhall Insignia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2024
Mileage
66,137 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2023
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 DCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Insignia
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
29 Dec 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 DCS was last recorded at 66,137 miles on 27 Feb 2023, 3,536 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,601 miles · 14 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
3,536 miles
Average per year
4,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 66,137 miles
  • 2022 – 62,601 miles
  • 2021 – 58,359 miles
  • 2020 – 54,635 miles
  • 2019 – 50,385 miles
  • 2018 – 45,766 miles
  • 2017 – 43,572 miles
  • 2016 – 34,299 miles
  • 2014 – 24,236 miles
  • 2013 – 19,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,137 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 9 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,137 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    66,137 miles
    Test number
    111271719866
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail66,137 miles (+3,536)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,137 miles
    Test number
    168022815546
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass62,601 miles (+4,242)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    62,601 miles
    Test number
    920177417679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass58,359 miles (+3,724)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    58,359 miles
    Test number
    109048800637
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  5. Pass54,635 miles (+4,250)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    54,635 miles
    Test number
    962112402180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass50,385 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    50,385 miles
    Test number
    508545816253
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail50,385 miles (+4,619)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,385 miles
    Test number
    645633657771
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and bold in one place. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass45,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    45,766 miles
    Test number
    836078902009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail45,766 miles (+2,194)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,766 miles
    Test number
    329840544834
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  10. Pass43,572 miles (+9,273)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    43,572 miles
    Test number
    149660891679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    34,299 miles
    Test number
    209255272037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail34,296 miles (+10,060)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,296 miles
    Test number
    860806905419
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  13. Pass24,236 miles (+2,420)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    24,236 miles
    Test number
    936504464379
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass21,816 miles (+1,957)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    21,816 miles
    Test number
    715998224135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass19,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    19,859 miles
    Test number
    266179823110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 DCS

Does K40 DCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K40 DCS expired on 26 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K40 DCS?
The MOT on K40 DCS expired on 26 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K40 DCS done?
K40 DCS was recorded at 66,137 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2023, an average of 4,720 miles a year.
Has K40 DCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 DCS has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on K40 DCS 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 K40 DCS find?
K40 DCS passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2023 with 5 advisories: all direction indicators slightly discoloured; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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