2009 Vauxhall Insignia 1.8L Petrol · DN09 BCZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows signs of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test conducted in October 2025 at 127,018 miles resulted in a pass with an advisory for a nearside rear tyre worn to the legal limit. This follows a significant failure in October 2024 where the car was rejected due to an inoperative engine management lamp and an ABS fault light. While these electronic issues were rectified for the subsequent pass, the appearance of multiple sensor failures suggests intermittent issues with electrical management systems. At 127,018 miles, the Insignia has averaged approximately 7,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a seventeen-year-old vehicle. The record shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 5,000 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 5,500 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests. This steady accumulation suggests the car has not sat excessively, but the age of the vehicle places significant demand on rubber components and structural integrity. A buyer must inspect the suspension geometry closely, given the previous failure of the offside rear coil spring in 2022 at 110,765 miles. The advisory for a worn nearside tyre in 2025 indicates potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that could lead to rapid tyre degradation. Additionally, the 2024 failure regarding the ABS and engine management system requires a diagnostic scan to ensure the underlying sensors or wiring looms are not prone to recurring faults. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check for corrosion on the sills and brake lines is essential, as these are common failure points for this model at this mileage.