2018 Vauxhall Insignia 1.5L Petrol · RJ18 MUB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to upkeep. The most recent test in April 2026 at 53,056 miles initially resulted in a failure due to thin front brake pads and an offside front tyre below legal limits. While the car passed immediately after these repairs, the recurrence of consumable failures suggests the previous owner only addresses components once they reach the point of non-compliance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 11,205 miles between June 2024 and April 2025, followed by another 10,438-mile interval in the subsequent fourteen months. This steady accumulation suggests regular use. The low annual mileage generally limits wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, though the age of the tyres noted in the 2024 failure indicates the vehicle may sit for extended periods, leading to rubber degradation. A buyer should personally inspect the front braking system thoroughly, as the thin pads noted at 53,056 miles may have caused scoring or uneven wear on the brake discs. Given the 2024 failure for structural tyre damage and perishing, a close inspection of the remaining tyres is essential to check for sidewall cracking or age rot despite potentially sufficient tread depth. Additionally, verify the suspension bushes and exhaust mounting for corrosion, as low-mileage vehicles often hide accumulated rust on the chassis that the MOT does not always flag until it becomes structural.