2011 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · BN61 AEF

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state based on the most recent pass on 18 December 2025 at 90,343 miles. However, the maintenance trend is stagnant. The tester flagged play in both upper strut top mountings during the final inspection, a fault that has persisted across four consecutive tests dating back to January 2023. This indicates a pattern of reactive maintenance where the owner allows components to degrade to the limit of legality without performing preemptive replacements. The mileage is consistent with the age of the car, averaging roughly 6,023 miles per year. The record shows a steady increase from 77,234 miles in January 2023 to 90,343 miles by December 2025. There are no suspicious mileage drops or erratic gaps in the history, suggesting the vehicle has been used regularly rather than left standing for long periods. A prospective buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension. The recurring advisory for play in the strut top mountings since the January 2023 test at 77,234 miles suggests these parts are worn and likely require immediate replacement to restore handling precision. The handbrake travel was also flagged as long in four tests between January 2023 and December 2024, which typically points to a cable that needs adjusting or a worn mechanism. The failure on 3 January 2023 due to a cut in the offside rear tyre, combined with the repeated ignoring of suspension advisories, suggests a basic approach to upkeep. While no structural corrosion or major engine faults appear in the record, the persistent minor issues indicate the car has not been maintained to a high standard. Check the current state of the tyres and the firmness of the handbrake before purchase.