VAUXHALL CORSA2007 · 1.2L PETROL

The vehicle shows a generally stable roadworthiness trend, having passed its most recent test in September 2024 with no recorded defects. However, the history reveals a significant failure in mid-2022 where multiple critical safety and mechanical issues were identified, including worn front brake discs, a split offside front drive shaft boot, and poor parking brake efficiency. Since those repairs appear to have been addressed, the car has maintained a clean inspection record, suggesting that the primary mechanical concerns were resolved at that time. The mileage is notably low for a 19-year-old car, totaling only 44,501 miles which averages to roughly 2,300 miles per year. This low usage typically means the vehicle may have been parked for long periods, which can sometimes lead to the aging of rubber components and seals despite low mechanical wear. The consistent annual testing despite the low mileage indicates the car has remained in active use, rather than being left in long-term storage. A potential buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and the drivetrain to ensure the previous issues with the discs, drive shaft, and artwork brake have not recurred. Given the age of the vehicle, it is also important to check for structural corrosion and the condition of suspension bushes, which are common areas for older low-mileage cars. While the recent records are clear, the low mileage does not exempt the car from age-related degradation of fluid hoses and rubber components.