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Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex reliable? We analysed 1,992 real MOT tests across 225 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,992 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
77.2%
Typical Mileage
106,951mi
Annual Mileage
9,004mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
17yrs

The Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and coil spring broken. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex.

Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

76.7%
2011
76.4%
2010
77.7%
2009

Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
coil spring broken 37
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26
position lamp(s) not working 9
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 9

Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36

Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,772 mi/yr
Typical
9,004 mi/yr
Average
10,684 mi/yr
Heavy usage
13,247 mi/yr

Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2011 784 76.7% 79,642 105,668 133,810
2010 787 76.4% 79,526 105,387 134,158
2009 273 77.7% 80,830 108,321 136,004

How Long Does a Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex Last?

Based on 225 Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex vehicles on UK roads.

Average
9.2 years
Median
9.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
17 years

Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
106,951 mi
75th Percentile
136,145 mi
95th Percentile
174,701 mi
Max Recorded
865,453 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2009

77.7% MOT pass rate from 273 tests

Year to avoid
2010

76.4% MOT pass rate from 787 tests

The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.7% across 273 tests. The 2010 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex THIS CAR 77.2% 1,992 106,951 mi 17 yrs
Vauxhall Corsa 69.7% 26,893,546 58,908 mi 33 yrs
Vauxhall Astra 71.9% 25,288,868 76,280 mi 34 yrs
Vauxhall Zafira 71.9% 8,488,627 75,062 mi 27 yrs
Nissan Micra N-tec 89.7% 990 48,890 mi — yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex?

The Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.2% across 1,992 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (48 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (40), and coil spring broken (37). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex owner drives around 9,004 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex models stay on UK roads for around 17 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex reliable?
Based on 1,992 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex has a 77.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and coil spring broken. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex does around 9,004 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex last?
Most Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex models stay on UK roads for around 17 years based on our analysis of 225 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Vauxhall Insig Excnav Cdti Eflex is 2009 with a 77.7% pass rate across 273 tests.