2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · BW65 NUB

The 1.4-litre petrol Corsa returns approximately 45-50 mpg on a combined cycle, depending on driving style and whether it is the naturally aspirated or turbo variant. Road tax sits in a low band for a 2016 petrol of this engine size, typically £30-£165 per year depending on exact CO2 figures. Insurance is usually group 6-8, making this a relatively cheap car to insure for most drivers. Routine servicing (oil and filter change) tends to fall in the £150-£200 range at independent garages, with major items such as a cambelt (if applicable) or clutch replacement costing £400-£700. Based on average mileage for this model of around 5,500 miles per year, fuel alone will cost roughly £900-£1,100 annually at 50 mpg and current petrol prices, with tax, insurance, and servicing bringing the estimated annual running cost to around £1,600-£1,900.

The MOT history highlights brake pads (front) wearing thin by 31,285 miles and a rear shock absorber showing oil misting at 28,800 miles — both are now likely due for replacement or close to it, so measure remaining pad thickness and inspect shocks for fresh leaks. The anti-roll bar linkage dust cover noted in 2022 is a minor item but worth a visual check, as perished covers allow dirt ingress and accelerated joint wear. The January 2026 test recorded no defects, which is positive, but does not guarantee the car is fault-free going forward.

More broadly for the 2016 Corsa 1.4, inspect the cooling system for leaks around the water pump and thermostat housing, as these are known weak points. Check the exhaust for corrosion, particularly the rear silencer and mounting rubbers, which commonly deteriorate on cars of this age in the UK climate. Test all electrical functions including the TPMS warning light (which was noted on in 2022 — confirm it has been reset or the system is functioning correctly). Finally, examine the bodywork for rust along the wheel arches, sills, and tailgate bottom edge, and check the headlamps for condensation, which is the top MOT failure reason across the Corsa model range.