2010 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · FG10 NHZ

The most recent MOT on 2026-01-06 recorded 100,910 miles, with several recurring issues including front brake pad wear, lipped and worn brake discs, and surface corrosion on the exhaust system. The offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint showed slight play, and there was a very slight oil leak. These findings align with long-standing patterns observed in earlier MOTs, suggesting ongoing mechanical degradation rather than sudden deterioration. A consistent pattern of corrosion affects the vehicle’s coil springs and exhaust system, dating back to 2023. Brake discs have been lipped and worn since 2023, with front brake pads wearing thin in multiple inspections. Tire wear near legal limits has also recurred, particularly on the nearside and offside front and rear tires, though this was addressed by 2025. The 2026 MOT introduced a new concern: an oil leak, which may indicate aging seals or gaskets. The trend of defects appears stable rather than worsening. While corrosion and brake wear persist, no new critical failures were recorded in the latest inspection. However, the accumulation of minor issues over time—such as repeated brake disc lipping and corrosion—suggests gradual wear that could escalate without proactive maintenance.