2014 VAUXHALL CORSA1.2L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having a clean pass in its most recent test in August 2025 at 170,095 miles. The maintenance trend shows a marked improvement following a period of mechanical neglect in early 2023. While the car previously struggled with multiple failures, the lack of defects in 2024 and 2025 suggests that the current owner addressed the outstanding issues and has maintained a stable standard since. At 170,095 miles over twelve years, this Corsa has covered an average of 14,175 miles per year, which is significantly high for a small hatchback. The data shows consistent high-intensity usage, with 16,232 miles covered between March 2023 and August 2024, and another 12,085 miles between August 2024 and August 2025. This high mileage puts considerable strain on the drivetrain, suspension components, and braking system compared to a lower-mileage vehicle. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The March 2023 failure revealed multiple fractured coil springs and thin front brake pads, while the subsequent pass noted imbalanced rear brakes barely meeting requirements. You should check for signs of premature wear in rubber bushings and uneven wear on the brake discs given the high annual mileage. The oil leak noted in 2023 also requires monitoring to ensure it has not progressed into a more significant fault despite not being flagged in later tests.