2011 VAUXHALL CORSA1.4L Petrol

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-06-03 at 111,243 miles recorded a pass with no defects, suggesting current roadworthiness. However, the preceding test on 2025-05-29 at 111,184 miles showed a failure despite no defects being listed, raising questions about procedural accuracy. The prior tests from 2022 to 2024 consistently passed with no defects, indicating a stable maintenance record. The car’s age and mileage align with typical usage, but the abrupt failure in May 2025, followed by an immediate pass, warrants scrutiny of potential administrative errors or transient issues. The mileage progression shows steady growth, with 83,264 miles in 2022, rising to 95,791 by 2023, 100,236 in 2024, and 111,184 in 2025. This reflects an average annual increase of 7,416 miles, consistent with the vehicle’s 15-year lifespan. Notably, the interval between the 2024 and 2025 tests covered 10,952 miles, suggesting increased usage in the final year. However, the lack of defects across most tests implies routine maintenance was prioritized, though the May 2025 failure remains unexplained. Buyers should verify the car’s brake system, as repeated MOTs without brake-related issues may mask latent wear. Suspension components, including coil springs and bushes, should be inspected for age-related degradation, common in 15-year-old vehicles. The exhaust system and corrosion on underbody panels, particularly in high-moisture areas, warrant attention. While the MOT history lacks direct warnings, the May 2025 failure and sparse defect data suggest a need for a pre-purchase inspection to confirm mechanical integrity beyond recorded tests.