2020 VAUXHALL CORSA SE TURBO1.2L Petrol

The 2026‑03‑26 MOT at 20,479 miles confirms the Vauxhall Corsa SE Turbo is roadworthy, with no major defects recorded. The tester flagged high parking brake travel and a light mist of oil on the near‑side front shock absorbers, while the near‑side rear tyre showed slight damage or perishing. Earlier tests revealed binding rear brakes, tyres worn close to the legal limit and a cut on the front tyre, indicating a stable but intermittently neglected condition. At 20,479 miles the car is six years old, averaging 3,413 miles per year, a low usage pattern that may reflect long periods standing. The gap between the 2023 test at 11,923 miles and the 2024 test at 16,068 miles represents a 4,145‑mile increase in one year, suggesting a period of more intensive use or a missed MOT, while the subsequent intervals show smaller increments. A buyer should inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, verify the condition of the near‑side rear shock absorbers and check for any binding in the rear brake calipers or discs. Particular attention is needed on the tyre sidewalls for cracks, perishing or uneven wear, and on the parking brake mechanism for excessive travel. Structural rust on the chassis, exhaust condition and brake disc integrity should also be examined before purchase.