2011 Vauxhall Corsa 1.7L Diesel · CE11 GYO

The vehicle's recent MOT history indicates a deteriorating maintenance trend rather than stable or improving condition. The December 2025 test at 126,318 miles passed, but this followed a failed test in November 2025 where emissions could not be completed due to excessive smoke, a major central exhaust leak from corrosion, and critically, the offside front Macpherson strut top bush showing excessive wear. This failure comes after a clean November 2024 pass, suggesting a recent decline in mechanical integrity. Earlier failures in 2022 and 2020 also revealed significant issues including a fractured front coil spring, exposed tyre ply, and multiple lighting or exhaust faults, indicating a pattern of deteriorating components not being promptly addressed. Mileage progression shows an average accumulation of approximately 8,421 miles per year over the 15-year lifespan, which is typical for the age. However, the record reveals notable gaps and rapid accumulation periods. Between October 2018 (67,021 miles) and June 2018 (67,021 miles), the vehicle was stationary for four months with no mileage change. More significantly, the vehicle gained 31,293 miles between October 2020 (85,793 miles) and November 2025 (126,318 miles), averaging nearly 6,250 miles per year during this period. The most recent year saw only 565 miles added between November 2024 and December 2025, suggesting either very low recent usage or potential odometer discrepancies that warrant verification. Prospective buyers should conduct a thorough in-person inspection focusing on several critical areas flagged repeatedly in the MOT record. The exhaust system requires immediate attention, with documented leaks and corrosion dating back to 2020, and the November 2025 failure cited a major mid-pipe corrosion leak. Brake components have shown chronic wear issues, including rear brake pads thinner than 1.5mm in 2023 and front discs worn in 2019, with brake imbalance noted in 2022. The suspension geometry has been problematic, with excessive play in track rod ends (2022, 2019) and the strut top bush failure in 2025, alongside a previously fractured coil spring. Tyre condition has consistently been marginal, with multiple advisories for wear close to legal limits and one instance of exposed ply in 2022. Additionally, the oil leak noted in the latest pass and the deteriorated registration plate suggest ongoing minor issues that may indicate broader neglect.