2016 Vauxhall Insignia 1.6L Diesel · EY16 OPG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of neglected braking components and consumables. In the most recent test in March 2026 at 97,888 miles, the car initially failed due to obstructions in the windscreen and significant brake binding. Although it passed on the immediate retest, the recurring nature of binding brakes across both rear axles and the offside front suggests a long-term issue with caliper seizing or slide pins that has not been fully rectified. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,800 miles per year. There was a significant usage interval of nearly 20,000 miles between February 2024 (60,811 miles) and March 2025 (80,777 miles), followed by another 17,000 miles leading up to the latest test. This steady accumulation of mileage suggests regular use, which explains the consistent wear on tyres and brake components noted throughout the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the tester has flagged binding issues repeatedly in 2024, 2025, and 2026. The offside front wheel bearing was specifically impossible to check in March 2026 due to the brake bind, indicating a potential mechanical failure that requires immediate professional attention. Furthermore, the repeated reports of tyres being worn close to the legal limit and on the edges suggest potential alignment issues or a lack of proactive tyre replacement. The buyer should also verify the state of the front brake discs, which were noted as worn in early 2025.