2017 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · DL67 UDJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on May 7, 2026, but the mechanical history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While the recent pass addressed several critical failures from a test just two weeks prior at 85,505 miles, the recurring nature of suspension and braking issues remains concerning. The failure of the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage and the rear upper suspension arm indicates that components are reaching the end of their service life and are only replaced once they reached a point of legal failure. At 85,549 miles, the Vauxhall Insignia has averaged approximately 9,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a nine-year-old vehicle. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 12,000 miles covered between April 2024 and April 2025, and another 12,000 miles between April 2025 and May 2026. This steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly rather than sitting stationary, which explains the standard wear observed on consumable rubber and metal components. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the rear braking system and suspension geometry. The record shows pitted and scored rear brake discs in both the April 2026 failure and the May 2026 pass, suggesting these components may have been replaced or are showing significant surface degradation. The repeated mentions of tyres worn on the edges across multiple years indicate potential alignment issues or neglect regarding correct tyre pressures. Additionally, the buyer must verify that the tyre pressure monitoring system, flagged as inoperative in April 2026, has been fully rectified and is now functioning correctly.