2017 VAUXHALL CORSA1.4L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear degradation in the front suspension components. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 62,999 miles identified a new minor defect regarding the offside front track rod end ball joint, the primary concern remains the worn nearside front suspension arm bush. This specific fault persisted across two consecutive testing cycles, indicating that the owner opted to monitor the wear rather than replacing the components once they reached advisory status. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-useage urban vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 8,269 miles between the September 2023 test and the September 2024 test, followed by another 7,855 miles leading to the 2025 record. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle has not been under heavy stress, but the failure in 2024 due to a structural bulge in the nearside front tyre indicates that basic pre-test checks on consumables may have been neglected prior to the annual inspection. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension to determine the extent of the play in the bushes and joints. The recurring nature of the nearside arm bush defect suggests the rubber components are nearing the end of their service life and likely require replacement soon to prevent steering instability or uneven tyre wear. The tester should also verify the offside front track rod end to ensure the play has not progressed into a failure. Since no structural corrosion or brake issues were recorded in the history, the focus remains entirely on the deteriorating mechanical wear of the front-end assembly.