2010 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · CP10 PYY

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a worsening trend in structural and mechanical degradation. While it passed its most recent test in April 2025 at 122,812 miles, the record reveals a high volume of advisories that indicate deferred preventative maintenance. The transition from a failure in mid-April 2025 to a pass just two days later shows that only the immediate failures were addressed, leaving significant underlying issues regarding corrosion and wear unchecked. At 16 years old with 122,812 miles, the Insignia averages approximately 7,700 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-use patterns. However, the data shows a significant jump of 10,000 miles between February 2024 and April 2025. This period of higher usage coincides with the appearance of mechanical failures, including a shock absorber leak and persistent wear on brake components and tyres, suggesting the vehicle is currently being driven regularly without a corresponding level of mechanical oversight for age-related components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sub-frame and suspension geometry. The MOT history consistently flags corrosion on the rear sub-frame, anti-roll bar, and trailing arms. While currently described as not seriously weakened, the presence of rust across multiple structural points suggests an ongoing process that will eventually require expensive component replacement. The nearside front lower suspension arm bushes were noted as worn in the 2025 test, which will likely affect steering precision and cause uneven tyre wear—a problem already evident in the record if not replaced soon. The braking system requires immediate attention as the tester noted nearside rear brakes showing signs of getting hot, which often indicates a binding caliper or seized slider pins. This, combined with thin pads recorded at 3mm in multiple tests, suggests the system is nearing the end of its service life. Given the recurring history of tyres with exposed cords and uneven wear, the buyer should also verify the wheel alignment and ensure the suspension faults are not prematurely destroying new rubber.