2008 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · AA08 CTX

The Vauxhall Corsa presents as roadworthy following a clean pass on 8 April 2026 at 56,625 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The most recent test showed no defects, and prior passes in April of 2023, 2024, and 2025 likewise recorded no advisories or failures, indicating consistent annual compliance. A failed test on 30 March 2026 at 56,613 miles listed no defects, suggesting an administrative or presentation issue rather than a mechanical fault, with the vehicle subsequently passing nine days later. Recorded mileage stands at 56,625 against an 18-year lifespan, equating to roughly 3,146 miles per year. The odometer moved from 50,302 in April 2023 to 53,080 in April 2024, then 55,176 in April 2025, and 56,625 by April 2026, reflecting steady low annual use of around 2,000 to 2,500 miles. Such limited accumulation implies light running, though prolonged standing between short journeys can allow corrosion or perished rubber components to develop unseen. The clean record shows no flagged wear on tyres, brakes, or suspension bushes across the five-year span. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of structural integrity and underbody corrosion, as the MOT history records no advisories but does not confirm absence of developing rust on sills or subframes. The brake discs, coil springs, and suspension arms warrant hands-on checks for binding calipers or degraded bushes that low-mileage static storage may conceal. Given the 2008 build and two tests within March to April 2026, verify the rectification behind the unexplained failure and confirm the vehicle has not been idle for extended periods that could compromise fluid condition.