2010 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · EN10 RNE

Recurring issues with lighting, windscreen wipers, and tyre tread depth characterize the mechanical history of this Vauxhall Insignia, with the most recent test on 30 May 2022 showing a pass despite advisories for thinning front brake pads on both the nearside and offside. The record indicates a pattern of failures related to consumables and visibility components, including a dangerous failure in May 2022 due to multiple tyres falling below the legal 1.6mm tread depth limit and a failure in 2021 regarding inoperative windscreen wipers. While the vehicle has passed several consecutive tests since 2018, the intermittent appearance of major and dangerous defects suggests a history of components reaching the end of their service life between inspection intervals. The vehicle has covered 116,397 miles over its lifespan, which equates to an average annual accumulation of approximately 7,275 miles. This usage profile is typical for a vehicle of this age and suggests a moderate level of road use rather than intensive long-distance motoring or prolonged periods of stationary storage. From a mechanical standpoint, this steady mileage accumulation means that wear on suspension bushes, braking systems, and drivetrain components should be consistent with a vehicle of this age, though the specific failures recorded in the MOT history highlight that certain wear items have been allowed to approach or exceed legal limits. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the braking system and tyre condition during a physical inspection and test drive. Given the advisories for thinning front brake pads in 2022, it is necessary to check the remaining pad thickness and inspect the brake discs for excessive scoring or grooving. During the test drive, listen for any grinding noises during deceleration and feel for any pedal judder or pulling to one side, which could indicate uneven pad wear or binding calipers. The history of tyre failures, including tread depth issues and uneven wearing, necessitates a thorough check of all four tyres for consistent tread depth and even wear across the profile to ensure no underlying suspension geometry issues are present. Suspension and lighting components also require scrutiny based on previous failures. The 2018 failure involving a broken offside rear coil spring means the suspension system should be inspected for any remaining signs of fatigue or uneven ride height. On the road, listen for knocks or clunks when driving over bumps or undulations, which may indicate worn suspension linkages or bushes. Additionally, because of the recorded failures regarding headlamps, registration plate lamps, and windscreen wipers, all external lighting and wiper motor functionality must be verified to ensure all electrical connections and motors are operating correctly without intermittent failure.