2017 Vauxhall Insignia 1.5L Petrol · DP17 LRF

The 2017 Vauxhall Insignia presents a mixed mechanical picture. Its most recent MOT on 25th June 2025 at 97,870 miles passed, but the record reveals a pattern of recurring suspension and braking wear that demands careful scrutiny. The maintenance trend is neither clearly improving nor worsening; rather, it shows persistent, low-level issues that have been managed rather than fully resolved. The tester flagged a corroded front MacPherson strut on both sides, noting it was not seriously weakened, alongside a light oil misting on the rear shock absorbers. The parking brake only just met the efficiency threshold, with the nearside recording a lower reading than the offside, hinting at a binding caliper or uneven cable adjustment. These are not catastrophic failures, but they signal a car that has had a somewhat relaxed maintenance regime in its later life. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 10,874 miles per year. The record shows a steady climb from 70,019 miles in June 2023 to 84,070 miles in June 2024, then a jump to 97,870 miles by June 2025. That final year accounts for nearly 14,000 miles, a noticeable acceleration that places greater stress on consumables and structural components. There are no alarming gaps in the test history, with annual tests recorded consistently, but the rapid recent accumulation suggests the car has been used more intensively, which may explain the fresh advisories on the most recent pass. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and braking system. The repeated advisories for corroded and damaged shock absorbers, dating back to the June 2024 test, indicate these components are operating at the edge of acceptable wear. Check for play in the front struts and any signs of oil saturation around the rear units. The parking brake imbalance flagged in 2025 warrants a close look at the nearside rear caliper for binding and the condition of the parking brake cables. Brake discs and pads have been flagged as worn on multiple occasions, so measure remaining pad thickness and disc condition directly rather than relying on the pass. The engine covers and under-trays obscuring components during every test is a minor but persistent note; a buyer should request these be removed to inspect for any hidden corrosion or fluid leaks beneath. Tyre condition has been an intermittent issue, with a nail puncture recorded in 2024, so check the sidewalls and tread depth carefully. Overall, the car is roadworthy but carries a backlog of minor wear items that a diligent buyer should budget to address.