2010 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · NJ10 XAR

The 2010 Vauxhall Insignia presents a stable and unblemished MOT record, with the most recent test on 7 December 2021 passing cleanly at 123,985 miles and recording zero defects. The maintenance trend is firmly stable. No recurring mechanical or structural faults appear across the five tests on file, suggesting consistent baseline upkeep rather than a pattern of neglect or escalating wear. However, the record ends over four and a half years ago, meaning the current condition today at 123,985 miles remains unverified by any recent inspection. The mileage accumulation tells a notable story. Between the April 2018 test at 106,308 miles and the January 2021 test at 121,156 miles, the car covered roughly 14,848 miles in just under three years, averaging around 4,950 miles annually during that window. That is lower than the overall lifetime average of approximately 7,749 miles per year. The mileage then plateaued almost entirely, with only 99 miles recorded between the failed test on 3 December 2021 and the pass on 7 December 2021, both at essentially the same 123,985-mile figure. The car has effectively sat stationary for over four years, which raises its own concerns around deteriorated rubber components, stale fuel, and brake seizure from prolonged standing. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on areas that prolonged inactivity commonly affects. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers may have perished or corroded despite no prior advisories. Brake discs and calipers warrant close examination for surface corrosion and binding, as standing vehicles frequently develop seized handbrake mechanisms and uneven disc wear. Tyres must be checked for sidewall cracking and date codes, since rubber degrades with age regardless of tread depth. The exhaust system, fuel lines, and underbody should be inspected for corrosion, particularly around mounting points and box sections. Beyond the age-related checks, the powertrain and steering deserve attention given the 123,985-mile total. The timing belt and water pump service history should be confirmed, as failure on this engine type causes catastrophic damage. Oil leaks around the camshaft covers and gearbox mounts are common at this mileage. A thorough test drive should assess gearbox smoothness, clutch bite point, and any suspension knocks that the clean MOT record cannot reveal after years of dormancy.