2010 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · AV60 KHM

The vehicle remains currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean inspections to emerging structural concerns. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 119,387 miles passed, it introduced advisories regarding corrosion on both the front and rear subframes. This marks a departure from the clean records between 2021 and 2023, indicating that the vehicle is entering a phase where structural degradation requires monitoring. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 106,563 miles in August 2021 to 119,387 miles in 2025. This gradual accumulation suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which often helps to prevent seal failure, though the sixteen-year age of the Insignia naturally accounts for the wear seen on rubber components and the oxidation of the chassis. A physical inspection must prioritize the structural integrity of the subframes mentioned in the August 2025 test. The tester specifically noted that the front sub-frame corrosion is obscured by the lower engine cover, making a thorough visual check difficult without stripping. A buyer should verify if the surface rust is merely superficial or if it has begun to scale through, as subframes are critical load-bearing components. Additionally, the binding brake issues noted in July 2024 should be re-checked to ensure calipers are not seizing or causing uneven pad wear. The most recent MOT also flagged both front tyres as being near the legal limit and worn on the edges. This suggests a potential alignment issue or simply reached end life. Given the age of the vehicle, the buyer should be prepared that immediate expenditure may be required for new tyres and a professional inspection of the suspension bushings to ensure the reported corrosion does not progress into a structural failure in the near future.