2012 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · DA12 ABX

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward age-related component wear. The most recent test on 16 August 2024 at 172,888 miles resulted an advisory for a corroded offside rear coil spring. This indicates the beginning of suspension degradation which is common in high-mileage vehicles. Prior to this, the car enjoyed several years of clean passes between 2018 and 2023, suggesting a period of mechanical stability before this recent defect appeared. The mileage pattern is consistently high, averaging approximately 12,350 miles per year over its fourteen-year lifespan. There is a notable surge in usage between October 2020 and May 2021, where the vehicle covered 15,197 miles in just seventeen months. This rate of accumulation suggests the car was likely used for frequent motorway commuting, which often spares the clutch but places significant stress on the drivetrain and suspension components. The record shows no significant gaps in testing, indicating the vehicle has remained in regular use throughout its life. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry, specifically checking the remaining rear coil springs identified in the 2024 test for further corrosion or fractures. Given the high mileage, it is vital to examine the control arm bushes and shock absorber mounts for perished rubber or fluid leaks. The history shows past failures related to tyre condition and lighting, which are basic consumable issues easily resolved, but current focus must remain on the structural integrity of the chassis and ensuring that the reported spring corrosion has not progressed beyond surface level.