2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · FG16 AEC

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy following its most recent MOT pass on 28 March 2026 at 97,541 miles, which showed no defects. The maintenance trend appears to be improving after a period of mechanical instability between 2020 and 2024. While the car experienced several failures related to suspension, tyres, and electronic warning lamps in previous years, the last two annual tests in 2025 and 2026 indicate that the vehicle has entered a period of stable operation without new advisories or failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical ten-year usage pattern, averaging approximately 9,750 miles per year. The records show steady progression from 22,901 miles in March 2019 to the current 97,541 miles. There are no significant gaps in usage or evidence of long-term stationary periods, which suggests regular road use. The distance covered between the 2022 test at 66,644 miles and the 2023 test at 82,054 miles shows a slightly higher annual run of roughly 15,400 miles, but the overall trajectory remains predictable for a petrol hatchback of this age. A prospective buyer should focus on the structural integrity of the chassis and the condition of the front suspension. The March 2024 test flagged sub-frame corrosion, and although the tester noted it was not seriously weakened, this requires a physical inspection to ensure the oxidation has not progressed. The history also shows recurring issues with front shock absorbers and strut mountings, specifically noting a serious fluid leak in March 2023 and play in the bearings in March 2020. Although these issues were resolved for the recent passes, the suspension components should be checked for any signs of renewed leaking or noise. Finally, verify the functionality of the electronic safety systems. The vehicle failed in March 2023 due to faults in the supplementary restraint system and electronic stability control, alongside a tyre pressure monitoring system fault in 2019. While the most recent tests show no electronic faults, a buyer must confirm that all warning lamps remain extinguished and that the dashboard displays no active error codes. Checking the condition of the tyres and wiper blades is also advisable, as the record shows a history of neglected consumables, such as the worn tyres flagged in 2021 and 2023.