Vauxhall Insignia MOT Failure Rate — 3-5 Years Old

19.3%
MOT failure rate for 3-5-year-old Vauxhall Insignia vehicles
Based on 160,241 MOT tests
8.7pp below the UK average (28%)

Vauxhall Insignia shows good reliability at this age, with a 19.3% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (3-5 Years)

Which parts of a 3-5-year-old Vauxhall Insignia are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 2.9%
Lamps & Electrics 2.1%
Visibility 2.0%
Brakes 2.0%
Suspension 1.6%
Body & Chassis 0.3%
Steering 0.0%

How Does This Compare?

Vauxhall Insignia MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 14.8% 18,635 Tyres
3-5 years 19.3% 160,241 Tyres
6-10 years 29.8% 515,674 Suspension
11-15 years 36.5% 230,273 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 3-5 year old Vauxhall Insignia reliable?

Yes. Based on 160,241 MOT tests, 3-5-year-old Vauxhall Insignia vehicles have a 19.3% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 3-5 year old Vauxhall Insignia?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 2.9% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 2.1% failure risk
  • Visibility — 2.0% failure risk

How can I prepare my Vauxhall Insignia for its MOT?

For a 3-5-year-old Vauxhall Insignia, focus on: (1) Tyres — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Vauxhall Insignia Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 3-5-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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