2018 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · NG67 AZR

A persistent oil leak and a recent engine management light failure define the mechanical history of this vehicle. While the test on 2025-05-20 resulted in a pass, this followed a failure for an inoperative or malfunctioning engine MIL and left several advisories regarding deteriorated rubber components. The record indicates a pattern of recurring leaks and a tendency for critical consumables to reach their limit, suggesting a trend of reactive maintenance. The recorded mileage of 178,058 miles is significantly high for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 22,257 miles per year. Such high annual accumulation typically points to intensive long-distance usage, which accelerates the wear and tear on the drivetrain, engine internals, and suspension geometry. This usage profile increases the likelihood of fatigue in high-stress components and necessitates a closer inspection of the vehicle's overall mechanical longevity. Attention must be paid to the recurring oil leak flagged across multiple years and the recent failure of the engine management light. During a test drive, check for any warning lights on the dashboard and observe the engine bay for fresh oil misting or leaks. The deteriorated offside front outer drive shaft CV boot and nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage dust cover are critical points of failure; listen for clicking sounds during full-lock turns and feel for knocks or instability when driving over uneven road surfaces. The braking system and exhaust have previously shown signs of degradation, with records of pitted brake discs and a damaged exhaust flexipipe. Assess the brake pedal for any judder or excessive travel, which could indicate the continued wear of the discs and pads noted in previous tests. Additionally, inspect the tyres for uneven wear or sidewall damage, given the history of dangerous tread depths and cuts, and check the offside rear tyre specifically as it was noted as being close to the legal limit in the latest inspection.