2008 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · AE58 SWX

The Vauxhall Corsa shows a stable maintenance trend with no recorded defects across its recent MOT history, though the September 2022 record presents an administrative anomaly. On 16 September 2022 at 131,286 miles the vehicle first failed with no defects logged, then passed on the same day at identical mileage with no defects recorded. The most recent valid test therefore confirms roadworthiness, but the failed entry with zero faults suggests a data recording error or a retest after a non-mechanical rejection rather than a genuine mechanical concern. Mileage progression remains consistent with typical use for an 18-year-old vehicle. The tester recorded 116,113 miles on 10 September 2021 and 131,286 miles on 16 September 2022, equating to roughly 15,173 miles in eleven months or about 7,294 miles per year across the vehicle's life. The sparse record shows only two test years, leaving a gap before 2021 undocumented, but the clean pass results and ordinary annual accumulation imply no rapid wear from excessive motorway use nor long-standing neglect from disuse. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of structural corrosion, suspension bushes, and brake disc condition despite the absence of advisories. The clean MOT history offers no warning on consumable items such as tyres or wiper blades, yet a 2008 Corsa at 131,286 miles will carry age-related fatigue invisible to the test record. Verify the September 2022 failure reason with DVSA, as the zero-defect fail undermines confidence in that entry's accuracy. Given the low annual mileage and fault-free tests, previous ownership appears to have maintained basic statutory compliance. The same-day pass after fail indicates prompt resolution if any issue existed. Prospective purchasers should prioritise underside inspection for rust and confirm service history, since MOT cleanliness does not evidence routine mechanical servicing.