2011 Vauxhall Insignia 2.0L Diesel · YC61 GLZ

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of intermittent testing failures. The most recent inspection conducted on 29 October 2024 at 110,378 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the mechanical and safety issues identified in previous years have been successfully addressed. This transition from failure to a clean pass suggests that the current owner is willing to rectify flagged faults to ensure the vehicle meets DVSA standards. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent with the age of a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. The data shows steady usage, with 2,000 miles covered between the November 2022 and November 2023 tests, and a further 5,000 miles recorded between November 2023 and October 2024. This level of use suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often leads to degradation of rubber components and brake seizing, though the low annual mileage generally protects the drivetrain components. While the recent MOT record is clean, the history of failures in 2022 and 2023 necessitates a physical inspection of the areas most prone to wear on this model. A buyer should specifically examine the front suspension arms and rubber bushes for signs of tearing, as these are common points of failure on Insignias. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check for structural integrity around the subframe and mounting points is essential to ensure that corrosion has not compromised the chassis. Additionally, verifying the braking system for any binding calipers or uneven pad wear will confirm that the repairs made following the previous failures remain effective.