2011 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · OV61 AEZ

The vehicle's maintenance history shows a worsening trend in suspension and consumable component reliability. While the most recent test on 1 October 2022 at 126,510 miles resulted in a pass, this followed a failure just one day prior due to a fractured offside rear coil spring and an inoperative registration plate lamp. The record indicates that while the car remains operational, the frequency of mechanical failures related to the suspension and tyres has increased significantly over the last four years compared to the cleaner records seen between 2014 and 2017. The recorded mileage of 126,510 miles over approximately 15 years averages to roughly 8,434 miles per year. This represents a consistent and typical usage pattern for a vehicle of this age. The data shows steady accumulation, moving from 101,394 miles in October 2019 to 118,088 miles in September 2021, and finally 126,510 miles in October 2022. There are no significant gaps in mileage that would suggest long periods of inactivity, which generally helps prevent excessive corrosion or seal degradation from sitting idle. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the suspension system during a physical inspection. The MOT history flags recurring issues with shock absorbers, noting light misting in 2016 and 2018, a serious fluid leak on the offside rear in September 2021, and a broken coil spring in September 2022. These repeated faults suggest the damping and spring components are reaching the end of their serviceable life. The tester should also check for any remaining signs of oil weeping from the dampers to ensure the 2021 repairs were effective. Tyre maintenance also appears inconsistent, with multiple failures or advisories regarding low tread depth and worn edges between 2018 and 2021. This pattern suggests the previous owner may have deferred basic consumable replacements. Finally, the history shows periodic issues with brake disc surface condition, specifically pitting and scoring on the nearside rear in 2014 and 2015. While these were minor at the time, the overall mechanical profile necessitates a thorough check of the braking system and all suspension bushes and mounts.