2016 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · AX65 FHT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows signs of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test in February 2026 at 138,288 miles passed with an advisory for a nearside rear tyre worn to the legal limit and unevenly. This indicates a lapse in basic consumable inspections. While the car cleared a failure in December 2024 related to an inoperative engine management system light, the subsequent pass on the same day suggests the fault was addressed only after the test failure occurred. At 138,288 miles, this ten-year-old insignia has averaged approximately 13,800 miles per year, which represents consistent high-frequency usage. The record shows a significant mileage jump between November 2022 and December 2024, where the vehicle covered 13,072 miles in just fourteen months. This rate of accumulation suggests long-distance driving which typically accelerates the wear on drivetrain components, suspension bushings, and braking systems compared to city vehicles. A buyer must prioritize inspecting the rear suspension geometry, as the December 2023 test at 121,100 miles flagged worn bushes on both nearside and offside rear suspension arms. Although these did not result in a failure at that time, the recurrence of such wear suggests the rubber components are reaching their terminal life. The uneven wear noted on the February 2026 tyre further supports an alignment issue or worn shock absorbers that requires physical investigation to prevent further premature tyre replacement. Given the previous engine light failure in 2024, a diagnostic scan is essential to ensure no hidden fault codes remain in the engine management system.