2017 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA1.5L Petrol

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows signs of recent deterioration following a period of clean inspections. While the car passed its MOT in 2025 at 77,038 miles with no defects, the most recent test on 9 March 2026 at 82,470 miles resulted in a failure. The tester flagged a defective nearside windscreen wiper and noted that both rear brake discs are worn, pitted, or scored. This indicates a shift from a stable maintenance pattern to one where consumable components are beginning to require attention. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with typical usage for a nine-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 82,470 miles, averaging roughly 9,163 miles per year. The data shows steady progression from 46,695 miles in September 2020 to 82,470 miles in March 2026. There are no significant gaps in the record that would suggest long periods of inactivity, though the jump from 68,563 miles in September 2022 to 77,026 miles in February 2024 shows a slightly higher usage rate during that period. A prospective buyer should focus on the braking system during a physical inspection. The MOT history shows a recurring trend of brake-related issues, with front pads and discs flagged in September 2021 and rear disc corrosion noted in the March 2026 failure. This suggests that while the vehicle is being maintained, the braking components are reaching the end of their service life. You should specifically check the condition of the rear brake discs for heavy pitting and ensure the calipers are not binding. Beyond the brakes, the recent failure regarding the nearside windscreen wiper indicates a need to check all external consumables, including wiper blades and washer nozzles. The 2020 advisory regarding a worn nearside rear tyre suggests that previous owners may have occasionally overlooked minor tyre maintenance, so a thorough check of the current tread depth and sidewall condition across all four tyres is necessary. Overall, the mechanical history is relatively clean, but the recent failure marks a transition point where wear-and-tear items require immediate replacement.