2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · FG16 AEK

The March 2026 test at 94,825 miles returned a clean pass with only a rear fog lamp failure on the initial attempt, indicating the Corsa currently meets minimum roadworthiness standards. The maintenance trend appears stable over the last two tests, yet the mileage accumulation has accelerated sharply since 2023, compressing wear cycles that previously spanned longer intervals. Annual mileage averaged roughly 9,500 miles until 2023, but the 2024 test at 63,283 miles revealed a 15,500-mile jump from the 2023 reading of 47,795 miles. That pace continued with 16,300 miles covered by the 2025 test at 79,582 miles and another 15,200 miles by the latest test. The step-change suggests a change in usage pattern or ownership around 2023, meaning components now endure nearly double the previous annual stress. Recurring advisories point to three areas needing physical verification. Nearside and offside track rod end dust covers failed separately in 2023 and 2024, signalling ongoing steering rack gaiter degradation. Front tyre edge wear appeared in both the 2022 and 2024 tests, hinting at persistent alignment or suspension geometry issues rather than isolated tyre faults. Front brake pads were noted as thin and discs worn but not excessive in 2024; at the current mileage those components are likely near or past their service limit. No structural corrosion or major mechanical failures appear in the record, but the absence of recent advisories does not guarantee the 2024 issues have resolved. A buyer should inspect the steering rack gaiters for fresh splits, check front tyre wear patterns across the full tread width, measure front brake pad thickness and disc lip depth, and verify the nearside rear window repair. The rear fog lamp fix should be confirmed operational.