2015 Vauxhall Insignia 1.6L Diesel · FH65 GXM

The most recent DVSA examination on 19 June 2026 resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or minor defects recorded, and this is supported by an unbroken run of passes dating back to 2019. The 2025 test was similarly clean, and the intervening 2024 pass carried advisories rather than failures, indicating that the vehicle has consistently met the minimum roadworthiness standard throughout its recorded history. The pattern suggests a stable maintenance regime, with no escalating defects or recurring categories of failure emerging across the test record. The only flagged items in recent years have been suspension bushes in 2024 and tyre wear in 2023, both of which are age-and-mileage-related consumable concerns rather than indicators of neglect or structural deterioration. Overall, the trajectory points to a vehicle that has been kept broadly compliant, though the advisory items warrant specific inspection as outlined below. With 126,982 miles recorded over an 11-year life, this Insignia is accumulating mileage at a rate of roughly 11,544 miles per annum, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and class. There are no extended gaps in the MOT record that would suggest prolonged periods of standing or SORN use, and the annual test cycle is consistent throughout, implying regular usage. This level of annual mileage means that wear items such as brake discs and pads, clutches (if applicable), tyres, and suspension components have been subjected to steady in-service load rather than either the harsh conditions of very high-mileage motorway use or the particular degradation risks associated with cars left idle for long periods. Given the mileage, consumable replacement cycles will be well established, and any prospective buyer should reasonably expect near-term attention to braking and suspension items regardless of the clean MOT outcome. The 2024 advisories relating to the nearside and offside front suspension arm rear wishbone bushes merit particular attention during a physical inspection, as these are a known wear point on Insignias of this generation. Although the examiner judged movement not yet excessive, wishbone bushes deteriorate progressively, leading to imprecise front-end geometry, uneven and accelerated front tyre wear, and audible clonks or knocks from the front suspension, particularly over speed humps, rough surfaces, or during heavy braking. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or rattling from the front end, pay attention to steering vagueness or a wandering sensation at speed, and inspect the inner and outer edges of the front tyres for uneven feathering or premature shoulder wear, which often accompanies bush deterioration. A workshop can measure bush movement more precisely than a road test alone, so budgeting for replacement wishbone bushes within the next service interval would be prudent. The 2023 tyre advisories suggest the previous owner addressed tyre condition appropriately, but the age of the current tyres should still be verified, as the 2020 advisory for a nail in the nearside rear tyre indicates that the vehicle has been subjected to typical road debris exposure. Beyond the recorded advisories, a vehicle of this age and mileage requires careful attention to age-related deterioration that MOT testing cannot fully assess. Tyre sidewalls should be examined closely for cracking, perishing, or dry rot, particularly if the car has been used predominantly in short urban journeys or parked outside, as rubber degrades with time regardless of tread depth. Brake discs should be checked for lipping and surface corrosion, and the caliper slide pins and guide surfaces inspected for seizure, a common issue on cars that have seen regular but not exclusively motorway use. The 12-volt battery should be load-tested, as a battery approaching the end of its service life can produce intermittent electrical faults that mimic more costly failures. Brake fluid and coolant should be replaced on a calendar basis; the former typically every two years due to its hygroscopic nature, and the latter in line with manufacturer schedule, as neglected coolant can lead to internal corrosion within the cooling system that an MOT will not detect. A thorough service history inspection, confirming cambelt and water pump replacement if applicable to this engine variant, along with recent receipts for brake component renewal, would provide additional confidence in the vehicle's mechanical integrity.