2016 Vauxhall Insignia 1.6L Diesel · DY65 DGZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of recurring suspension and braking component failures. The most recent test on August 19, 2025 at 63,502 miles followed a failure for a fractured offside front anti-roll bar linkage and corrosion on both rear lower suspension arms. While these specific issues were rectified to achieve a pass, the repeated appearance of mechanical failures across different systems suggests the owner reacts to faults only during MOT testing rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 6,350 miles per year over its ten-year life. Between August 2021 at 40,567 miles and August 2025 at 63,502 miles, the car covered roughly 23,000 miles. However, the low mileage has not prevented degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the 2023 failure for multiple tyres cracking and perishing, which indicates the vehicle may have sat for long periods or been exposed to harsh environmental conditions. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the lower suspension geometry, specifically checking the rear lower control arms for signs of advancing structural corrosion. The tester flagged corrosion in 2025, and this is a known weak point on this model that can degrade rapidly. The braking system also shows a history of instability, with binding rear brakes in 2022 followed by fluctuating and lagging front brakes in 2024. You should verify that the front brake discs are free of uneven wear and that the calipers are not seizing, as these issues have appeared multiple times in the record.