2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · BD16 SPX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a consistent pattern of neglect regarding age-related wear. The most recent test in April 2026 at 46,927 miles passed with two advisories for a deteriorated rear registration plate and a perished offside rear tyre. While the car has passed its annual inspections consecutively, the recurring nature of the tyre issues suggests the owner only addresses faults when they reach inspection thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between April 2022 and April 2023, where the car covered only 7,458 miles, followed by a more consistent interval of roughly 3,000 to 5,000 miles per annum in the subsequent years. This low-frequency use explains the persistent degradation of rubber-based components, as tyres tend to dry out and perish due to age rather than mechanical wear from tread loss. A buyer must prioritize inspecting all four tyres immediately, as the record shows persistent cracking and perishing across multiple axles since 2022. The 2023 test also flagged a nearside front tyre worn on the outer edge, which indicates a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that has not been rectified. Furthermore, the 2022 report noted thin front brake pads and pitted discs; given the low mileage, the buyer should check for significant surface corrosion on the rotors, which often occurs when vehicles sit for long periods.