2015 Vauxhall Insignia 1.6L Diesel · LS65 XNB

This 2015 Vauxhall Insignia presents a stable but marginal maintenance trend, with its most recent test on 28 August 2025 passing at 146,902 miles. The vehicle has cleared its annual examinations since late 2022, though the ongoing advisories indicate a pattern of deferred minor repairs rather than proactive upkeep. A slightly insecure front registration plate was flagged in September 2024 and persisted as an advisory a full year later, suggesting the owner ignores trivial faults. The mileage accumulation is high for an eleven-year-old car, averaging roughly 13,355 miles annually. The data shows consistent heavy use, jumping from 102,782 miles in September 2022 to 146,902 miles by August 2025. This represents an average of over 14,700 miles per year across that three-year span, placing significant strain on suspension bushes, brake discs, and drivetrain components. There are no gaps in the test record to suggest periods of inactivity; the car has been driven hard and continuously. The September 2022 test at 102,782 miles reveals a stark neglect of basic consumable maintenance. The vehicle failed on a structural tyre bulge from ply separation, a smooth offside front tyre near the limit, and an illuminated TPMS light. All four tyres were flagged for severe inner edge wear or sidewall damage. This magnitude of tyre degradation strongly implies the driver operated the vehicle for extended periods ignoring clear handling and warning signs. By September 2024 at 129,615 miles, the tester flagged a binding offside front service brake, pointing to a likely seized caliper or neglected sliding pins. Any prospective buyer must physically verify the current condition of the tyres and brakes before purchase. The severe inner edge wear noted historically points directly to worn suspension components or misaligned rear axles, which demand a thorough inspection of the rear coil springs and suspension bushes. The previously binding front caliper requires a road test to confirm it no longer drags, as excessive heat from a sticking caliper will rapidly destroy brake discs. The ignored insecure front plate is a minor compliance issue, yet it reinforces the likelihood of skipped routine maintenance across the rest of the vehicle.