2011 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · DF11 CZN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in May 2025 at 105,394 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure just one month prior for a critical safety issue regarding mismatched tyres. The persistence of an oil leak across multiple 2024 and 2025 tests suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical defects when they directly cause an MOT failure. The recorded mileage of 105,394 miles over 15 years averages to approximately 7,000 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate usage for this age. The data shows a cluster of activity in early 2024, where the car covered only 4 miles between two separate tests in February, followed by a 4,300-mile gap between May 2024 and May 2025. This pattern suggests the vehicle may sit for extended periods, which can lead to dry-rott rubber components and seals despite the low annual mileage. A buyer must physically inspect the engine bay for the extent of the persistent oil leak flagged by the tester in February 2024 and May 2025. Although the tester noted the leak was not excessive, chronic weeping on a Vauxhall of this era often requires gasket replacement. The failure of anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers in 2024 indicates that the suspension components are aging, and these should be checked for play or perished rubber to prevent unpredictable handling. The braking system requires close attention following the reports of pitted and scored discs in February 2024 at 100,995 miles. Furthermore, the failure in April 2025 for tyres of different sizes on the same axle is a significant safety concern that affects vehicle stability and differential wear. Ensure the current tyres are a matching pair of the correct specification and verify that the brake discs do not show signs of renewed thinning or uneven wear.