2018 Vauxhall Insignia 1.5L Petrol · EY18 LYR

The 2018 Vauxhall Insignia presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 13 August 2025 at 123,513 miles with zero defects recorded. The preceding test on 23 August 2024 at 119,277 miles was also entirely defect-free, indicating the vehicle has been kept in consistently sound mechanical order over the last two years. Earlier records show minor advisories and a single failure, but these appear to have been promptly addressed, with no recurring faults carrying forward into recent tests. The mileage accumulation is notably high for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 15,439 miles per year. Between the May 2023 test at 104,350 miles and the August 2024 test at 119,277 miles, the car covered 14,927 miles in just over fifteen months, confirming sustained regular use rather than prolonged standing. The most recent annual increment from August 2024 to August 2025 was 4,236 miles, a marked reduction that may reflect a change in ownership or usage pattern. The MOT record itself is well-documented with no significant gaps, giving confidence in the odometer's integrity. The 2023 failure flagged an inoperative engine malfunction indicator lamp, a fault that was rectified before the retest six days later. The same test also noted a deteriorated rear registration plate, a minor cosmetic issue unlikely to affect roadworthiness. The 2022 pass carried advisories for front and rear brake pads wearing thin, which is expected consumable wear at 84,483 miles on a vehicle driven hard. No subsequent brake defects have appeared, suggesting pads and discs were replaced in good time. A buyer should still inspect the braking system in person, checking disc thickness and pad condition given the high mileage and the earlier wear advisories. The front suspension and steering components merit close examination, as sustained high-mileage use accelerates wear on bushes, ball joints, and track rod ends. Underbody corrosion should be assessed carefully, particularly around suspension mounting points and the exhaust system, as these are common deterioration areas on high-mileage Insignias. The engine and transmission should be evaluated for smooth operation, with particular attention to any MIL illumination or irregular running, given the earlier fault history.