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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,956 cc

V23 DWSMOT history

V23 DWS is a black diesel Vauxhall Insignia first used on 8 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 110,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

V23 DWS black Vauxhall Insignia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
110,909 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V23 DWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Insignia
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,956 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
8 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V23 DWS was last recorded at 110,909 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,897 miles · 8 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
6,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,909 miles
  • 2025 – 106,428 miles
  • 2024 – 100,577 miles
  • 2023 – 95,182 miles
  • 2022 – 90,622 miles
  • 2021 – 81,313 miles
  • 2020 – 69,507 miles
  • 2019 – 64,913 miles
  • 2018 – 55,414 miles
  • 2017 – 48,497 miles
  • 2016 – 40,626 miles
  • 2015 – 33,060 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,909 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 20 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,909 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    110,909 miles
    Test number
    937891658963
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail110,897 miles (+4,469)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,897 miles
    Test number
    401034553656
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,428 miles (+5,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    106,428 miles
    Test number
    943861156393
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass100,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    100,577 miles
    Test number
    907043873737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail100,577 miles (+5,395)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,577 miles
    Test number
    831756072812
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass95,182 miles (+4,560)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    95,182 miles
    Test number
    401692552640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass90,622 miles (+9,309)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    90,622 miles
    Test number
    836538396221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,313 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    81,313 miles
    Test number
    217668317191
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail81,313 miles (+11,806)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,313 miles
    Test number
    341494789753
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass69,507 miles (+4,594)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    69,507 miles
    Test number
    336297027425
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass64,913 miles (+9,499)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    64,913 miles
    Test number
    131583162754
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass55,414 miles (+6,917)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    55,414 miles
    Test number
    420958403584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,497 miles (+7,871)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    48,497 miles
    Test number
    770091481995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,626 miles (+7,566)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,626 miles
    Test number
    239963127466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,060 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    33,060 miles
    Test number
    276445855028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail33,058 miles1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,058 miles
    Test number
    919151355067
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteRear brake pads low

Questions about V23 DWS

Does V23 DWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V23 DWS is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V23 DWS?
The MOT on V23 DWS is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V23 DWS done?
V23 DWS was recorded at 110,909 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 6,983 miles a year.
Has V23 DWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V23 DWS has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V23 DWS 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 V23 DWS find?
V23 DWS passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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