2004 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · FE54 AAY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT data. The most recent test conducted in September 2022 at 113,804 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates that the vehicle met all DVSA safety and environmental standards at that time. However, because no tests have been recorded for nearly four years, the current roadworthiness of the Corsa is unknown and requires an immediate inspection before any purchase. The mileage pattern is notably low for a vehicle of twenty-two years, averaging approximately 5,173 miles per year. Between September 2021 and September 2022, the car covered 4,001 miles, suggesting a consistent period of light usage. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and brake components, the significant time gap between tests and the age of the vehicle can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and the drying of fluid seals, which are not always captured in a standard roll-based test. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the structural integrity, as Vauxhall models from this era are prone to corrosion in the sills, wheel arches, and floor pans. Given the lack of recent data since 2022, the inspector should also check for perished suspension bushes and leaking shock absorbers which often fail when a vehicle sits stationary. The brakes should be tested for binding calipers or corrosion, and the tyres may have perished due to age despite having sufficient tread depth.