2002 Vauxhall Agila 1.2L Petrol · FX52 ABU

The 2002 Vauxhall Agila shows a history of reactive maintenance characterized by recurring mechanical and consumable failures. The most recent recorded test occurred in August 2021 at 102,055 miles, meaning the vehicle has not undergone an MOT inspection in nearly five years. In that final test, the car failed due to an insecure offside front coil spring, a nail in the tyre, and significant perishing and wear on the offside rear. While it passed shortly after these repairs, the presence of a front oil leak and play in the track rod end suggests that the owner only addressed issues once they reached the point of a test failure. The vehicle has covered a modest 102,055 miles over 24 years, averaging approximately 4,250 miles per year. This low usage profile often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components, which is evident in the 2021 record regarding perishing tyres and previously noted suspension arm corrosion. The 2020 inspection at 84,073 miles revealed a misting nearside front shock absorber and multiple tyres worn to the legal limit. These issues indicate a pattern of neglecting basic upkeep rather than proactive preventative, as the vehicle frequently operated with substandard components until the tester flagged them. Mechanical concerns persist regarding the braking and suspension systems. A failure in 2018 at 73,400 miles highlighted inadequate rear brake effort and an imbalance across the axle, while the 2021 failure confirmed structural mounting issues with the front coil spring. Given the five-year gap since the last MOT, the current state of the brakes, suspension bushes, and the integrity of the previously noted oil leak is entirely unknown. A buyer must account for potential corrosion on the chassis and the degradation of all rubber seals, as the record suggests the vehicle is prone to sitting for long periods.