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VAUXHALL CORSA2011 · 1.2L PETROL

DV61 AEL

Vehicle Insight Summary

VAUXHALL CORSA (2011, PETROL, 1229cc) — mileage recorded at 81,910. MOT status: valid. Road tax: paid. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Valid
Expires 19/03/2027
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/01/2027
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2011
Engine
1229cc
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✓ Valid MOT
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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2011 Vauxhall Corsa (DV61 AEL), we found 5 MOT results in the period of March 2023 to March 2026.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 4 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 2 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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Buying Score
72/100
Risk Level
Medium
Medium
Est. Annual Cost
£800-£1,100
Mileage
The mileage of 81,910 is below average f...

Our Verdict

A sensible budget-friendly choice if the suspension has been recently overhauled. While it has a clean recent MOT, the history of suspension failures suggests the front-end components may require ongoing attention.

When inspecting this Corsa, pay close attention to the front suspension. The 2024 failure showed a broken offside coil spring and a serious leak on the nearside shock absorber, while the 2025 MOT noted misting on that same shock. Ensure that these parts were replaced with high-quality components and not just temporary fixes. Ask the owner for a service history that confirms regular oil changes, as these small Vauxhall engines benefit from consistent maintenance.

Take a test drive to listen for knocks or clunks when going over bumps. Given the history of worn tyres on the edges in 2024, check if the wheel alignment was professionally corrected after the suspension repairs. If the tyres are currently wearing uneven, it could indicate a lingering geometry issue that would be a point of negotiation on the price.

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