2010 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · AV10 MZD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent testing data. The final MOT test conducted in June 2023 at 92,899 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded. This followed a failure just five days prior at 92,701 miles which also listed no specific defects in the record, suggesting a potential administrative error or a minor non-presentation issue that was rectified immediately rather than a systemic mechanical or structural failure. The mileage pattern is notably low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,800 miles per annum. There is a significant gap in usage between January 2019 and January 2021, where the car covered only 2,622 miles over two years. However, usage increased in the following period, with 15,824 miles recorded between the 2021 and 2023 tests. Low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine but often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and seals due to age or long periods of inactivity. Given that the history shows no recurring mechanical advisories, a physical inspection should focus on common age-related issues rather than high-mileage wear. The buyer should inspect the suspension bushes for cracking and the coil springs for corrosion, as these become brittle regardless of low mileage. It is vital to check the brakes for seized calipers or pitting, which frequently affects vehicles that sit stationary, and verify the structural integrity of the sills to ensure rust has not begun to compromise the chassis.