2014 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · MJ64 OGS

A recurring pattern of tyre wear and suspension component failure defines the mechanical history of this vehicle, culminating in a failure on 12 November 2025 for a dangerous nearside front tyre and a worn offside rear upper suspension arm bush. While the vehicle ultimately passed its most recent test on 14 November 2025, the record shows a persistent trend of tyres reaching legal limits and previous structural failures, including a fractured offside rear coil spring in 2022 and missing road wheel fixings across all four wheels in 2021. The recorded mileage of 74,745 miles is typical for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,229 miles per year. This level of usage suggests a moderate rate of wear on the drivetrain and chassis components. The consistency of the annual MOT intervals indicates the vehicle has remained in active use rather than suffering from long-term stagnation, though the frequency of tyre-related advisories suggests a high rate of consumable depletion relative to the total mileage. Particular attention must be paid to the rear suspension geometry and component integrity. The history of a fractured coil spring, the fitting of mismatched rear springs noted in 2024, and the recent failure of an upper suspension arm bush suggest potential instability in the rear axle. During a test drive, listen for knocking or clunking sounds when traversing uneven road surfaces or during low-speed cornering. Inspect the current tyre tread depths across all four corners, as three tyres were flagged as being close to the legal limit during the November 2025 pass. The 2021 failure regarding missing road wheel fixings on all four wheels is a significant safety event that warrants a physical inspection of the wheel hubs and bolts to ensure they are correctly torqued and that the threads are not damaged. Check for any steering pull or unusual vibrations through the steering wheel at higher speeds, which could indicate lingering alignment issues stemming from the previous suspension failures or the use of non-matching coil springs.