2014 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · DX64 WKJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean mechanical record over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted in November 2024 at 168,948 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum statutory safety and emissions standards. While a single failure occurred in late November 2022, the immediate pass on the same day suggests that any identified issues were rectified quickly rather than representing a chronic fault or a worsening mechanical decline. At 168,948 miles, this twelve-year-old insignia has averaged approximately 14,000 miles per year, which sits significantly above the UK national average. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 14,500 miles covered between the 2022 and 2023 tests and another 5,500 miles in the following year. This high usage typically accelerates the wear on heavy-duty components such as the suspension, drivetrain, and braking system. The lack of advisories in the last three tests is unusual for a vehicle of this mileage and suggests either very diligent proactive maintenance or recent total replacement of high-wear items. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as the high mileage puts immense stress on these rubber components. Given the age and distance, checking for signs of structural corrosion on the subframe and exhaust mounting is essential, as MOT testers do not flag surface rust until it becomes structural. While the record is clean, the high mileage implies that the brake discs and calipers may be nearing the end of their service life, requiring a close look for thinning or uneven wear to ensure the previous passes were not masking underlying hydraulic issues.