2016 Vauxhall Insignia 1.6L Diesel · BF16 JEO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward suspension-related wear. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 101,914 miles passed, the tester identified wear on both the nearside and offside front inner suspension arm bushes. These defects did not result in excessive movement at the time but indicate that the front geometry components are reaching the end of their functional life after a period of clean records in the previous years. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical annual-use cycles, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. There is a clear progression of roughly 13,000 miles between December 2023 and December 2024, followed by approximately 4,900 miles between the late 2024 and late 2025 tests. This regular usage suggests the vehicle is driven consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which is generally beneficial for preventing the stagnation that can degrade rubber components and seals regardless of low odometer readings. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to assess the extent of the bushing wear noted in the latest MOT. The previous failure in December 2023 revealed both fractured rear coil springs and front tyres reaching the legal limit, issues that were likely replaced but should be checked for signs of uneven wear or corrosion on the new springs. Given the 100,000-mile milestone, verifying the condition of the drive shafts and ball joints is vital, as the tester has already flagged the inner arm bushes as a point of concern.