VAUXHALL CORSA2004 · 1.2L PETROL

The vehicle presents a significant roadworthiness risk due to a complete lack of documented testing for the past eleven years. The last recorded test occurred in April 2015 at 101,660 miles, meaning the car has operated without a valid MOT or certification for over a decade. Without recent inspections, the mechanical integrity of the vehicle is unknown, and the historical trend leading up to 2015 suggests a reactive approach to maintenance where critical safety faults were only addressed after failing tests. The mileage profile is unusually low for a 22-year-old, averaging roughly 4,600 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant gap in records between July 2013 (83,919 miles) and August 2014 (99,125 miles), followed by a total hiatus that suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods. Such inactivity often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, seized brake calipers, and internal engine corrosion, which are not necessarily captured by low mileage figures alone. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and underside, as the records previously noted persistent issues with oil leaks and exhaust corrosion. The 2015 failure highlighted serious mechanical weaknesses, including broken brake cables and excessive play in the track control arm inner bush. Given the age and the time elapsed since the last check, specific attention is required for perished suspension bushes, degraded tyres, and the state of the braking system which has likely suffered from long-term storage.