2013 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · BX63 ACU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the MOT history reveals a trend of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While it passed the test in May 2026 at 88,584 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior due to critical safety issues including a structurally failed rear tyre, tread depth below legal limits, and a failed stop lamp. The current advisories for oil mist on the offside front shock absorber and a worn MacphPherson strut pin bush indicate that the front suspension components are beginning to undergo significant degradation and will likely require replacement soon. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between September 2022 and April 2024, where the car covered only 3,400 miles. Since then, usage has increased, with over 11,000 miles covered in the last two years. This uptick in mileage correlates with more frequent appearances of mechanical faults, such as the wheel bearing and track rod end issues seen in the 2024 and 2025 tests. A buyer must inspect the front suspension assembly closely, as the record shows recurring issues with track rod ends, wheel bearings, and shock absorbers. The 2024 failure due to imbalanced rear brakes and a seized rear service brake suggests that the braking system may suffer from sticking calipers or neglected components. Given the history of perishing tyres and low tread in the recent tests, the current condition of all rubber components and the depth of the brake discs should be verified physically to ensure the vehicle is not currently operating on aged or unsafe equipment.