2011 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · FN61 PUV

The Vauxhall Insignia presents a stable and reassuring roadworthiness profile, culminating in a clean pass on 27 January 2023 at 175,892 miles with zero defects recorded. Across the five most recent tests spanning from September 2018 through January 2023, every single inspection resulted in a pass with no advisories or failures. This is an exceptionally clean record for a fifteen-year-old vehicle and indicates consistent, attentive maintenance rather than reactive repairs. The trend is firmly stable, with no emerging mechanical or structural concerns visible in the DVSA data. The mileage accumulation tells a coherent story. Between September 2018 at 147,708 miles and January 2023 at 175,892 miles, the car covered 28,184 miles over roughly four years and four months, averaging around 6,400 miles annually during that window. That is notably lower than the lifetime average of approximately 11,726 miles per year. The gap between the January 2023 test and today, June 2026, is over three years with no further MOT recorded, meaning the car has likely seen very little use or has been sitting unused since the last test. A buyer should clarify whether the vehicle has been garaged and started periodically or left standing, as prolonged inactivity can cause flat-spotted tyres, seized brake calipers, dried seals, and battery degradation that a stationary MOT would not reveal. Despite the spotless test history, the absence of any recorded defects since 2018 means there is no documented evidence of component replacements for wear items such as brake discs, pads, suspension bushes, or coil springs over the last eight years. At 175,892 miles, these components are well beyond typical service intervals regardless of test outcomes. A hands-on inspection should prioritise checking the condition of front and rear brake discs for lipping and uneven wear, examining suspension bushes and drop links for perishing, and assessing the exhaust system for corrosion, particularly around the rear box and joints. Tyre age and sidewall condition deserve close scrutiny given the possibility of prolonged standing. Structurally, the clean record offers no red flags, but a thorough underbody inspection remains essential. Look for corrosion along sills, subframes, and suspension mounting points, as the Insignia platform can develop surface and structural rust in salted road conditions. Check the operation of all lights, the condition of the windscreen for stone chips or cracks near the swept area, and verify that the parking brake holds firmly on a gradient. The MOT record speaks well of past care, but the three-year testing gap and high mileage demand a careful physical examination before purchase.