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Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI reliable? We analysed 1,109 real MOT tests across 291 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,109 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
82.5%
Typical Mileage
102,086mi
Annual Mileage
7,766mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI.

Specifications

Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1956cc
Engine
130bhp
Power
11.3sec
0–62 mph
54.3mpg
Combined
133g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1956cc
Power
130 BHP
0–62 mph
11.3 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Silver
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
54.3 mpg
Urban
41.5 mpg
Extra-urban
67.3 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1734

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
133 g/km Band E
Emission class
4
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
18 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,029 mi/yr
Typical
7,766 mi/yr
Average
8,599 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,567 mi/yr

Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
102,086 mi
75th Percentile
125,640 mi
95th Percentile
166,769 mi
Max Recorded
326,656 mi

How Does the Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI THIS CAR 82.5% 1,109 102,086 mi — 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 Homy 65.4% 1,864 129,841 mi 34 yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI?

The Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.5% across 1,109 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI owner drives around 7,766 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.

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 Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI reliable?
Based on 1,109 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI has a 82.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI does around 7,766 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Insignia Exclusiv 128CDTI?
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.