2002 Vauxhall Corsa 1.8L Petrol · CU02 UNZ

This Vauxhall Corsa has maintained a clean MOT history since the most recent test on 2025-07-29, where it passed without any defects at 40,569 miles. The record shows no advisories or recurring issues, suggesting the vehicle has avoided major mechanical failures or neglect in the past year. However, the duplicate entry for 2024-04-23—where it appears to have been tested twice on the same day—raises minor suspicion, though no faults were recorded either time. The absence of advisories or repeated failures implies the vehicle has likely been serviced regularly for critical components, though this cannot be confirmed without service records. The mileage pattern is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, averaging just 1,690 miles per year over the past four years. Between 2022-07-07 and 2024-04-23, the recorded mileage increased by only 258 miles in nearly two years, indicating prolonged periods of inactivity. This could mean the car was either lightly used or stored for extended periods, which may have mitigated some wear but could also suggest deferred maintenance. The final jump from 36,337 to 40,569 miles between April 2024 and July 2025—4,232 miles in under a year—is more typical, though still low compared to average usage for this model. Given the lack of MOT faults, a buyer should prioritise an inspection of high-wear items that aren’t routinely tested, such as suspension bushes and coil springs, which may have degraded over time despite no recorded failures. The brakes, while not flagged, should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, as older Corsas are prone to brake rotor warping or master cylinder leaks. Corrosion is a particular concern for this model, especially around the sills, wheel arches, and subframe, where rust can compromise structural integrity. Finally, the engine bay and exhaust system should be examined for leaks, as the absence of MOT advisories does not guarantee these systems remain leak-free. The duplicate test entry warrants confirmation that no hidden faults were overlooked.