2011 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · DP11 LNH

The most recent MOT on 2024-09-05 recorded a pass at 108,493 miles, but the same defects as the prior fail on 2024-09-04 were still present. These included light oil misting on both front shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b)) and an oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i)), alongside front headlamp lens water damage (4.1.1 (b) (i)). This suggests unresolved issues or repeated failures to address these problems, raising concerns about ongoing mechanical degradation. Recurring mechanical patterns include shock absorber oil leakage , tyre damage/cracking , oil leaks , and headlamp lens defects . These issues appear consistently across multiple MOTs, dating back to 2022. The shock absorber oil misting was first noted in 2022, while tyre damage and oil leaks were recorded in 2023 and 2024. The headlamp lens water damage persisted through multiple tests, indicating potential sealing or moisture ingress problems. The condition trend shows no clear improvement . While the 2024-09-05 MOT passed, the same defects were retained, and some issues (e.g., tyre damage, oil leaks) reappeared in subsequent tests. The vehicle’s mileage of 108,493 miles (roughly 7,233 miles per year) aligns with typical usage for its 15-year age, suggesting no extreme under-use or over-use.