2014 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · FE14 LZS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding suspension components. While the most recent test on 20 May 2026 at 94,462 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure for worn nearside front suspension arm bushes and offside front rear bushes. Additionally, the offside rear upper suspension arm ball joint now shows slight play. These recurring faults indicate that while the owner is addressing immediate electrical failures like the registration plate lamp, they are failing to rectify mechanical wear before it reaches critical thresholds. The recorded mileage of 94,462 miles over 12 years reflects an average annual usage of approximately 7,872 miles, which is consistent with typical demand for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between May 2024 and May 2025, and another 10,000 miles between May 2025 and May 2026. This regularity suggests the car is not been sidelined for long periods, though the recurring issues with tyres and suspension suggest the vehicle may be encountering uneven wear or that the owner has deferred preventative maintenance until an MOT failure forced action. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire front and rear suspension geometry. The history highlights a fractured offside rear coil spring in 2025 and ongoing issues with bushes and ball joints, which necessitates a check for excessive play or steering pull that could affect handling stability. The repeated mention of under-trays obscuring underside components is a concern as it prevents a clear visual assessment of structural corrosion or fluid leaks from the engine and lines. Furthermore, the pattern of uneven tyre wear across multiple tests suggests a wheel alignment check may be required to prevent premature replacement of new tyres.