2007 Vauxhall Corsa Design 1.4L Petrol · TKZ 1042

The vehicle presents a currently roadworthy profile with a stable maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted on 16 August 2025 at 160,139 miles returned no defects, indicating that the car met all minimum safety and emissions standards. While a failure occurred in early August 2024, the subsequent pass just eighteen days later suggests the owner was proactive in addressing identified faults rather than neglecting mechanical repairs. At 160,139 miles, the Corsa averages approximately 8,400 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 19-year-old vehicle. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 3,500 miles recorded between July 2023 and August 2024, and another 1,650 miles between August 2024 and August 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which often helps to prevent the premature degradation of rubber components and brake seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on common failure points for this specific age and model, despite the clean recent MOT results. Given the age of the chassis, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills, rear arches, and floor pans is essential. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of wear or cracking, as these often fatigue at this mileage. Although the record does not list recurring advisories, testing the brake calipers for binding and checking the condition of the discs will ensure the braking system remains as effective as the recent test suggests.