2016 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · DN16 ONX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows signs of recent neglect regarding minor consumables. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 54,906 miles passed, the tester flagged both a non-excessive oil leak and a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit. This follows a failure in November 2024 where an engine malfunction indicator light and a defective wiper blade were identified, suggesting that faults are only addressed immediately before a test pass. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 3,800 miles covered between the November 2024 and 2025 tests, and nearly 3,900 miles in the preceding year. This low mileage generally suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but the infrequent use can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based seals and corrosion on brake components if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the engine bay to identify the source of the oil leak noted in 2025, as it was not deemed excessive at the time but requires monitoring to prevent future escalation. The 2024 failure regarding the engine management light indicates a past electronic fault that should be verified via a diagnostic scan to ensure no lingering codes remain. Given the uneven wear reported on the nearside front tyre, the front-end suspension should be checked for alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that may be causing premature tyre scrubbing.