2012 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · AD62 ADU

A consistent record of roadworthiness characterizes this vehicle, despite a cluster of lighting and suspension defects flagged in late 2023. The trend has since stabilized, culminating in a clean pass on 21 July 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded. While the 2023 failure required the replacement of a fractured offside rear coil spring and several headlamp and position lamps, the subsequent tests indicate these issues were addressed. With 102,561 miles recorded over 14 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 7,326 miles per year, which is typical for its age. This usage profile suggests a steady accumulation of miles rather than periods of prolonged inactivity or excessive heavy-duty use, meaning wear on the drivetrain and interior components should be consistent with a vehicle of this vintage. Attention should be paid to the rear suspension and braking system given the history of a fractured offside rear coil spring and fluctuating brake performance on the nearside rear. During a test drive, listen for any abnormal knocks or clunks from the rear axle when traversing uneven surfaces, and feel for any unevenness or judder through the brake pedal during deceleration to ensure the previous brake fluctuations have been fully rectified. The 2022 record highlighted significant perishing and cracking across all four tyres, as well as inner edge wear on the nearside front. It is essential to inspect the current tyre sidewalls for similar cracking and check the tread depth across the full width of the tyre to ensure there is no ongoing alignment issue causing premature inner edge wear.