2016 Vauxhall Insignia 1.6L Diesel · AX65 AXG

The vehicle remains roadworthy as evidenced by its most recent MOT pass in February 2026 at 89,172 miles. The maintenance trend shows a stable but reactive pattern where defects are addressed only when they approach inspection. While the car consistently passes its tests, the recurring appearance of the nearside rear tyre worn to the legal limit in the latest test suggests that the owner tends to defer consumable replacements until they become a failure or near-failure risk. The mileage profile is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between the 2025 test at 79,109 miles and the 2026 test at 89,172 miles, representing over 10,000 miles in just thirteen months. This acceleration in mileage puts more frequent demand on wear-related components compared to previous years where the vehicle covered significantly less distance, such as the period between 2021 and 2022. A buyer must inspect the front and rear suspension geometry due to the history of bushing wear. The 2024 test flagged worn bushes on both rear upper suspension arms, while the 2023 record noted a deteriorated ball joint dust cover on the front. These issues indicate a progressive degradation of rubber components that can lead to uneven tyre wear and handling instability. The repeated mentions of tyres wearing on edges across 2019, 2021, and 2026 further point to potential alignment issues or worn shocks that require professional verification. The braking system requires a physical check, as the 2019 record highlighted thin pads on all wheels. Given the current mileage and the interval since that entry, the brake discs and pads should be examined for excessive thinning or uneven binding. Additionally, because the under-trays noted in 2021 obscured underside components, a thorough inspection of the chassis for corrosion is necessary to ensure no hidden structural rust has developed that has remained undetected during the recorded tests.