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At a glance
This 2009 Vauxhall Insignia Petrol 1796cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 87,013 miles on the clock, averaging 5,657 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8i VVT engine is known for intake valve carbon buildup.
MOT & Mileage History for MR02 BOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,013 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 60 |
| Average per year | 5,657 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Insignia
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Intake valve carbon buildup
Port fuel injection doesn't clean valves directly; PCV oil vapour causes deposits on intake stems.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MR02 BOW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Insignia |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MR — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About MR02 BOW
What car is MR02 BOW?
MR02 BOW is an blue Vauxhall Insignia, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Manchester in 2009.
What is the mileage of MR02 BOW?
The last recorded mileage for MR02 BOW was 87,013 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MR02 BOW passed its MOT?
MR02 BOW has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2026.
Is MR02 BOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MR02 BOW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is MR02 BOW?
MR02 BOW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.