2015 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · FN65 BWO

The two failed tests recorded for this vehicle (in September 2023 and July 2024) show no advisories or defects recorded, but you should request the full MOT history certificate from the DVLA to confirm what was actually tested and whether items were repaired in between tests. A clean pass immediately following a failure on the same day is not uncommon when minor items are addressed, so ask the seller for receipts or invoices for any work carried out between the failures and the subsequent passes. Given the Insignia's known weak points around coil springs, tyres and corrosion, factor these into your pre-purchase inspection and budget accordingly.

When negotiating, remember that the Insignia's MOT pass rate of 77.7% is below average for the UK car parc, which means the model generally attracts more repair attention than typical. Use the relatively modest mileage as a positive talking point, but do not assume low mileage equates to good condition — diesel Insignias of this age are commonly affected by dual-mass flywheel wear, EGR valve carbon build-up and turbo issues, none of which an MOT will necessarily detect. Always insist on a compression test, a diagnostic scan for stored fault codes, and a thorough road test covering cold starts and part-throttle response.

Finally, verify the service history independently. The MOT record alone does not confirm whether cambelts, brake fluid, coolant and transmission oil have been changed at manufacturer-recommended intervals. For a 2015 diesel Insignia approaching its tenth year, a fresh cambelt and water pump replacement is strongly advisable if not already documented, and this work typically costs £500 to £700 from an independent specialist.

Registered in September 2015, this 2.0-litre diesel Vauxhall Insignia has covered 78,546 miles over nearly ten years, giving an average of around 7,100 miles per year — somewhat below the Insignia model average of 8,643 miles annually. The MOT history shows five recorded tests with two passes and two failures, plus one further pass at the most recent test in July 2025 with no defects recorded. The model as a whole has a 77.7% MOT pass rate, which is a useful benchmark when interpreting this individual vehicle's record.