2012 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · KG02 ACG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy and shows a maintenance trend of improvement following a period of mechanical neglect. The most recent test in April 2026 at 78,675 miles passed with only a minor advisory regarding a nail in the nearside rear tyre. This follows two consecutive clean passes in 2025 and 2024, indicating that the significant mechanical failures identified in mid-2024 were successfully addressed by the current owner. The mileage profile is notably low for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. There is a visible gap in usage between June 2023 (67,668 miles) and June 2025 (73,674 miles), representing only 6,000 miles driven. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and brake caliper seals, which aligns with the binding brake issues noted in the earlier history. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front braking system, as the record shows a recurring issue with the nearside front service brake being flagged for binding in both 2023 and 2024. Although the discs were replaced or serviced following the 2024 failure, the buyer must verify that the calipers are not seizing again or wearing pads unevenly due to low annual usage. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check for corrosion on the suspension mounting and exhaust heat shields is also essential, as these components often degrade faster through time than they wear through mileage.