2010 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · OV59 AXG

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the latest available MOT data. The most recent test conducted on 11 January 2025 at 117,390 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While the history shows failures immediately preceding the passes in both 2024 and 2025, the consistent resolution of these issues suggests that the current owner is proactive in addressing and rectifying identified faults to maintain legal compliance. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. Between January 2023 at 94,103 miles and January 2024 at 106,420 miles, the car covered 12,317 miles, with another 10,967 miles recorded in the following year up to the January 2025 test. This steady accumulation suggests regular road use rather than long periods of stagnation, which is generally beneficial for maintaining the integrity of rubber components, seals, and preventing seizing of the brake system. Despite the clean record on the final pass, a physical inspection must focus on common failure points for a Vauxhall Insignia of this era. The buyer should scrutinise the structural integrity, specifically the rear subframe and sills areas, as these are prone to significant corrosion on this model. Additionally, checking for wear on suspension bushes and control arm bolts is necessary as the consistent mileage often leads to degradation of these components. Given the vehicle's age, an inspection of oil leaks and the condition of the brake discs is essential to ensure the mechanical health matches the positive MOT trend.