2012 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · BG62 AAU

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in August 2023 at 99,541 miles passed with an advisory for an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit. While the car has consistently passed its annual inspections, the record shows a recurring trend of failures regarding suspension components and minor lighting, suggesting that faults are only addressed once they reach a point of failure during the test. At 99,541 miles over 14 years, the car averages approximately 7,110 miles per year, which aligns with typical light usage for an older hatchback. There is a significant gap in mileage data between October 2017 and October 2018, where the vehicle covered over 22,000 miles in a single year. Since then, the usage has stabilized to a more consistent 6,000 to 7,000 miles per annum. This low annual mileage relative to the age of the vehicle explains the degradation of rubber-related components noted in the history. A buyer should specifically inspect the suspension system, as shock absorbers are a recurring point of failure, having shown serious leaks in 2016 and 2018, with further misting noted in 2020. The anti-roll bar linkage also failed in 2022, indicating that the rubber bushings and joints are prone to wear on this vehicle. Furthermore, repeated mentions of perishing and cracking tyres between 2020 and 2021 suggest the vehicle may have sat for long periods, which causes sidewalls to become brittle regardless of the mileage driven. Given that the last MOT was recorded in August 2023, the vehicle is now nearly three years overdue for a fresh test, making a thorough inspection of the underbody for corrosion essential before any purchase.