2012 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · WP12 EPX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension components. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 157,182 miles, this followed a significant failure just three weeks prior. The transition from a failure to a pass suggests the owner addressed the immediate shock absorber and tyre issues, yet the persistent advisory on the rear sub-frame corrosion across multiple years indicates that the underlying structural decay is progressing and will eventually reach a point of critical failure. At a recorded mileage of 157,182 miles over 14 years, the vehicle averages approximately 11,200 miles per annum. This aligns with typical national averages for a family diesel car. The data shows consistent usage, with a 5,644-mile gap between August 2023 and August 2024, and another 2,850 miles covered in the final year recorded. This regular movement suggests the car has not sat for long periods, which generally prevents internal degradation of rubber components but accelerates the surface corrosion noted on the chassis. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sub-frame to determine the depth of the corrosion, as the tester has flagged it since at least 2024. The previous failure due to a serious fluid leak and negligible damping on the rear shocks indicates the suspension system is nearing the end of its life and should be checked for new leaks immediately. Furthermore, the recent advisory for perishing and cut tyres suggests that the rubber components should be monitored for age-related cracks, regardless of remaining tread depth.