2012 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · LC62 OTS

The Vauxhall Insignia’s most recent MOT test on 2025-06-11 at 84,400 miles confirms a clean pass with no defects, maintaining a consistent trend of flawless results across all recorded tests since 2022. This suggests the vehicle has undergone regular, thorough maintenance without recurring mechanical issues. The absence of advisories or failures over the past four tests—including the duplicate entry for 2024-06-28—indicates no persistent problems with suspension alignment, brake binding, or structural integrity. However, the lack of any recorded defects does not preclude gradual wear on high-mileage components such as coil springs, suspension bushes, or brake calipers, which should be visually and functionally inspected. The mileage progression reveals a steady accumulation of approximately 6,000 miles annually, a rate typical for a vehicle of this age. There are no abrupt jumps or prolonged gaps that would suggest neglect or extended periods of disuse. The 2023 test at 79,287 miles and the 2022 test at 72,958 miles show consistent intervals of around 6,000 miles between services, reinforcing the pattern of regular usage. While this suggests the vehicle has been driven responsibly, the absence of service records beyond MOTs means critical fluid changes—such as brake fluid, power steering fluid, or differential oil—cannot be confirmed. A buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of the suspension system, particularly the rear coil springs and bushes, given the vehicle’s age and mileage. The front and rear brake calipers and discs should be examined for uneven wear or corrosion, as binding brakes were not flagged in any test but can develop over time. Structural integrity is less of a concern given the clean MOT history, but a thorough check for corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe is advisable. Finally, the exhaust system should be inspected for leaks or excessive rust, as catalytic converter failures or emissions-related issues are not reflected in the MOT data but can arise in older vehicles.