2010 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · EY60 VHB

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean pass in December 2025 at 200,340 miles. Since a failure in late 2022, the Insignia has undergone three consecutive tests without any recorded defects or advisories. This indicates that whatever mechanical issue caused the initial December 2022 failure was rectified and that the current owner has maintained a consistent standard of upkeep to keep the vehicle meeting legal safety and emission requirements. At 200,340 miles, this sixteen-year-old vehicle has accumulated significant mileage, averaging approximately 12,500 miles per annum. The data shows consistent usage patterns with annual intervals of roughly 1,700 to 1,800 miles recorded between tests. This high regularity suggests the car is used for regular transit rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which often prevents issues related to perished rubber components or fluid stagnation. However, the high cumulative mileage places extreme strain on the drivetrain, suspension components, and turbochargerrelated systems regardless of a clean MOT record. A physical inspection should focus on components most susceptible to high-mileage wear. While the recent records are clean, the buyer must verify the structural integrity of the subframes and mounting points for corrosion, as rust is a known failure point on this model. Inspect the control arm bushes and coil springs for signs of tearing or sagging, as the high mileage likely accelerates rubber degradation. Given the age, a thorough check for oil leaks and the condition of the brake pipework corrosion is also essential, as the MOT does not test for minor leaks that are not immediate hazards.