2013 Vauxhall Insignia 1.8L Petrol · SA13 YRX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 96,619 miles was a pass, the preceding failure highlighted significant suspension issues including the nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint and both rear coil springs. The trend shows that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they reach an MOT failure threshold, suggesting a minimum-approach to maintaining the vehicle's mechanical upkeep. At 96,619 miles over 13 years, the Insignia averages 7,432 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a family car. The data shows consistent movement, with roughly 11,000 miles covered between July 2024 and June 2025, and another 11,000 miles between July 2023 and July 2024. This steady accumulation suggests the car has not sat stationary, which helps even wear on rubber components and braking systems. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension geometry, as the failure of two coil springs in 2025 indicates potential stress on the subframe or shocks. The recurring issues with worn tyres and low tread depth in both 2024 and 2025 suggest an alignment problem or worn suspension bushes that have not been fully rectified. You should check for the remaining life on the rear brake pads and discs, as the 2023 advisory for thin pads indicates the braking system may be nearing the end of its current service interval.