2007 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · KK07 AJV

The 2024‑05‑11 MOT at 173,141 miles passed, confirming the Vauxhall Corsa remains roadworthy, but the near‑side front tyre shows wear close to the legal limit. Since the 2023 test, which recorded broken coil springs and oil‑misting shock absorbers, the 2024 result shows a stable maintenance pattern with no new major defects. The vehicle’s mileage of 173,141 at 19 years equates to roughly 9,100 miles per year, a figure that aligns with typical usage for its age. The interval from the 2022 test at 160,745 miles to the 2023 test at 166,710 miles added only 5,965 miles, and the subsequent 2024 test added 6,431 miles, indicating a period of reduced use after the 2023 repairs. Earlier annual increments ranged from 8,000 to 13,000 miles, showing consistent usage with no prolonged standing periods. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension system closely, checking the condition of the front and rear coil springs, shock absorbers for oil leakage, anti‑roll bar ball joints, and the upper bearing movement in the Macpherson struts, all of which have exhibited recurring faults. The 2023 failure noted binding rear brakes and the 2024 tyre wear suggests possible brake drag, so brake disc condition, caliper operation and tyre alignment merit attention. Engine oil leaks from the 2017 onward entries and the minor rear exhaust leak should be verified, while the chassis and bodywork should be examined for corrosion, especially around the rear join noted in 2022.