2015 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · V7 DRG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in February 2025 at 95,144 miles resulted in a pass only after a failure just three miles prior. While the immediate issues with the fractured offside rear coil spring and binding brakes appear to have been rectified, the recurring nature of brake wear and suspension faults suggests that the previous owner only addressed components when they threatened an MOT certificate rather than performing scheduled preventative maintenance. At 95,144 miles, the Insignia has averaged approximately 8,650 miles per year over its eleven-year lifespan, which aligns with typical UK-average usage. The mileage progression between tests is consistent, with roughly 8,200 miles covered between January 2023 and February 2024, and another 7,700 miles between February 2024 and February 2025. This steady usage indicates the vehicle is driven regularly, which helps prevent the premature degradation of components like rubber bushings and brake seals. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the suspension geometry, as the record shows a history of failure fractured rear coil springs in both 2023 and 2025, alongside a worn offside upper suspension arm bush noted in 2024. You should also check for signs of uneven wear on the brake discs, as the tester flagged binding calipers multiple times. The repeated reports of thin pads on both the front and rear offside indicate that the braking system may be suffering from sticking calipers or that the owner neglected basic replacement intervals until they became critical. The tyre pressure monitoring system was flagged as inoperative in both 2023 and 2025, representing a persistent electronic or sensor fault that has remained unfixed. Given the recurring history of tyres being worn to the legal limit or on uneven edges, the current set should be checked for alignment issues to ensure the suspension is not causing premature scrubbing. Focus the inspection on the structural integrity of the rear subframe for corrosion, although no structural failures have been recorded, the frequent mechanical failures suggest the vehicle has faced significant road stress.