2002 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · BT52 ASV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent pass record over the last three years. The most recent MOT test on 14 April 2025 at 47,412 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure just three miles prior on the same day. This specific failure suggests a minor presentation issue or a sensor-related fault that was immediately rectified, as the vehicle subsequently maintained a clean record without any further advisories or mechanical failures. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,000 miles per year. Between December 2022 and April 2025, the car covered only 2,018 miles, moving from 45,394 to 47,412 miles. This low rate of use typically reduces mechanical wear on components like the drivetrain and engine internals. However, such low mileage often masks age-related degradation, such as perished rubber components or fluid breakdown, which the MOT test does not fully capture. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as older Vauxhall Corsas are prone to corrosion regardless of annual mileage. The lack of advisories in the history suggests the body has remained dry so far, but a check of the sills, wheel arches, and suspension mounts is necessary. Given the infrequent use, also verify the brake discs for pitting or seized calipers, as these components can suffer when a vehicle sits for long periods between journeys.