OPEL INSIGNIA SC (2009)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 31 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
68%
Total Tests (2024)
31
Avg Mileage
132,590 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,027
Is the 2009 OPEL INSIGNIA SC reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 14 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the OPEL brand average of 72%.
At 15 years old, 68% of OPEL INSIGNIA SCs from 2009 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 31 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 132,590 miles.
How does the 2009 OPEL INSIGNIA SC compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2009 OPEL INSIGNIA SC has 132,590 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 111,000 miles for a 15-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2009 OPEL INSIGNIA SC cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2009 OPEL INSIGNIA SC
The 2009 OPEL INSIGNIA SC is a small family car with a 1598cc petrol engine. 31 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 92% of 2009 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 132,590 miles at 15 years old, OPEL INSIGNIA SC owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2009 OPEL INSIGNIA SC Fuel Costs
The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2009 OPEL INSIGNIA SC?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,027 (£169/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 68% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2009 OPEL INSIGNIA SC
At 15 years old, the OPEL INSIGNIA SC is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 31 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2009 OPEL INSIGNIA SC
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FOCUS (2011) 75% pass rate (+7%) from 115,331 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2011) 75% pass rate (+7%) from 111,868 tests
- FORD FIESTA (2008) 72% pass rate (+4%) from 109,443 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2011) 75% pass rate (+7%) from 79,721 tests