2005 Vauxhall Agila 1.2L Petrol · CA54 PYP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension integrity. While it passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 128,214 miles, this followed just eleven days after a significant failure. The February 2026 failure highlighted critical corrosion on front suspension mounting areas and excessive play in the track rod end. Although these were addressed to secure the subsequent pass, the recurring nature of steering and suspension faults suggests the vehicle is reaching the end of its mechanical life. At 128,214 miles over 21 years, the Agila averages approximately 6,100 miles per year, which is consistent with low-mileage city driving. The data shows a steady usage pattern, with roughly 3,000 miles driven between the February 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 3,000 miles leading into the 2026 inspections. The relatively low mileage has not prevented age-related degradation, as evidenced by the persistent corrosion of the suspension arms and components noted across multiple testing years. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front subframe and mounting points to ensure the corrosion reported in early 2026 has been properly treated rather than merely masked. The record shows offside steering rack inner joint play has persisted for three consecutive years, indicating a chronic wear pattern in the steering system. Additionally, the timing chain rattle noted in 2025 remains a high-risk mechanical issue that could lead to catastrophic engine failure if the tensioner has failed. Check the rear brakes for binding, as the 2026 failure for imbalanced rear brakes suggests sticking calipers or seized slider pins.