2010 VAUXHALL CORSA1.2L Petrol

The vehicle currently maintains a clean bill of health, with the most recent MOT conducted on 3 September 2025 at 72,163 miles resulting in a pass with no recorded defects. This represents a stable and positive maintenance trend, as the car has cleared its last three annual inspections without a single advisory or failure. The brief failure recorded on 11 September 2023 appears to be an administrative anomaly or a minor test-day rectification, given that the vehicle passed later that same day with no faults noted. At 72,163 miles over a 16-year lifespan, the vehicle averages approximately 4,510 miles per annum, which is significantly lower than the national average for a Vauxhall Corsa of this vintage. The mileage accumulation has remained consistent and moderate, with roughly 3,700 miles covered between September 2022 and September 2023, followed by a slight increase to 4,971 miles in the following year. This usage pattern suggests the car has been used for short, regular journeys rather than sitting idle for extended periods, which often mitigates the risk of seized mechanical components or perished rubber seals. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on age-related degradation that may not be captured by a standard MOT test. While the history is clean, the vehicle is now 16 years old, making it prudent to check the condition of the suspension bushes, track rod ends, and coil springs for signs of fatigue or corrosion that could develop between tests. Inspect the brake discs and pads for surface oxidation, as low-mileage vehicles can sometimes suffer from binding calipers due to infrequent use. Verify the structural integrity of the sills and floor pans, as Vauxhall Corsas of this generation are susceptible to corrosion in these areas, even if recent tests have not flagged structural concerns.