2005 Vauxhall Agila 1.2L Petrol · CE05 AEM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent pass record over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted in October 2024 at 86,344 miles resulted with no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. This follows a period of clean passes in 2021 and 2023, suggesting that the mechanical and structural components have been maintained to avoid recurring failures. The mileage is notably low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,112 miles per year. The data shows consistent but light usage, such as the 6,593-mile interval between November 2022 and October 2023, and another 6,900 miles since. While low mileage often reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between tests can lead to degradation of rubber components and fluid seals. The single failure in November 2022 was immediately rectified, as the vehicle passed the retest the following day at the same mileage. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and undercarriage, as the vehicle's age makes it susceptible to corrosion despite the low mileage. Examine the sills, wheel arches, and brake lines for surface rust, which often develops on older Vauxhall models. Given the low usage frequency, check the suspension bushes and tyres for cracking or perished rubber, and inspect the brake discs for pitting or thinning, as vehicles that sit stationary can cause calipers to become seized or rotors to corrode.