2016 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · SJ16 FFB

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the car passed its October 2025 test at 79,954 miles, this followed a failure just five days prior that exposed significant mechanical weaknesses. The most recent pass still noted a nearside rear tyre worn to the legal limit and showing signs of perishing, indicating that the owner only addresses defects when they are necessary to pass the test. At 79,954 miles over ten years, the Insignia has covered a consistent average of approximately 8,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages. The data shows a steady progression of mileage, with roughly 7,400 miles covered between September 2023 and September 2024, and another 8,500 miles between September 2024 and October 2025. This regular usage suggests the vehicle is driven regularly, yet the frequent failures indicate that this mileage has led to accelerated wear on rubber and metal components. A buyer must prioritise the front and rear suspension geometry, as the October 2025 failure flagged fractured or cracked arms on both the nearside and offside rear, along with an excessively worn bush on the offside front. These are structural-grade wear items that affect vehicle handling and safety if not replaced with high-quality parts and properly re-aligned. Furthermore, the September 2024 failure due to a split exhaust flexi and high emissions suggests the exhaust system requires inspection for leaks or heat damage that could cause recurring emissions test failures. The recurring issues with tyre condition, including low tread depth and uneven wear across multiple years, point toward poor wheel alignment or neglect of basic maintenance. A physical inspection should check for further impact damage on the tyres and verify that the recent suspension repairs have been executed correctly. Given the history of suspension arm fractures and exhaust leaks, the vehicle requires a thorough mechanical check of the underbody components to ensure no hidden fatigue remains.