2004 Vauxhall Agila 1.2L Petrol · LC53 BVW

The 2022‑07‑20 MOT at 116,810 miles resulted in a pass, but the record shows a persistent pattern of recurring faults rather than improvement. The same near‑side mirror damage, steering rack inner joint play, oil leak, rear exhaust mounting bracket breakage, off‑side front brake pipe corrosion, and rear wheel bearing noise have appeared in every test since 2019, indicating that maintenance has not addressed these issues and the trend is stable‑worsening. Since the 2013 test at 53,563 miles the vehicle has accumulated 63,247 miles, averaging roughly 5,300 miles per year up to the 2022 test, with relatively steady increments and no major gaps, suggesting periods of regular use interspersed with standing time. A buyer should inspect the steering rack inner joint for play, examine the condition of ball joint dust covers and suspension leg top mounts, and check the rear shock absorbers for oil misting; verify that the off‑side front brake pipe is free of corrosion and that the rear wheel bearing runs quietly; confirm the exhaust mounting bracket is securely attached and look for any structural rust; assess tyre tread for edge wear, perishing or exposed cords, and test the service and parking brakes for squeal or uneven application; and ensure the oil leak remains within the ‘not excessive’ limit recorded in the MOT.