2013 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · LM13 TFV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on five consecutive MOT passes over the last several years. The most recent inspection conducted on 15 December 2025 at 145,279 miles yielded no recorded defects or advisories. This streak suggests that the previous owners have maintained the car to a standard that avoids immediate mechanical or safety-related failures during the annual DVSA testing process. The mileage accumulation pattern is remarkably consistent for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,175 miles per annum. Between the 4 January 2022 test at 132,094 miles and the December 2022 test at 137,491 miles, the car covered 5,397 miles, indicating a period of lower usage. However, since late 2022, the mileage has returned to a steady rate of roughly 2,700 to 3,000 miles per annual cycle. This regularity suggests predictable use, which is often beneficial for engine seals and braking components by preventing the dry rot or corrosion typically associated with long periods of inactivity. Despite the clean MOT history, a physical inspection must focus on high-wear areas common to high-mileage Vauxhall Insignias. The buyer should examine the condition of the control arm bushes and suspension springs, as these often degrade after 140,000 miles. Particular attention should also be paid to structural corrosion on the rear sills and subframe members, as MOT tests only flag structural rust once it reaches a significant threshold. Given the mileage, checking for brake fluid leaks and assessing the state of the brake calipers is essential to ensure the lack of recorded defects is not masking underlying mechanical wear.