2017 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · DA17 CDZ

The Vauxhall Corsa presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 31 March 2026 at 49,468 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the preceding annual tests show the same clean outcome. No advisories or mechanical faults appear across the available history, indicating the vehicle has not entered a worsening or recurring defect cycle. Recorded mileage sits at 49,468 miles for a nine-year-old car, equating to roughly 5,496 miles per year. The tester logged 41,707 miles on 11 March 2023, 44,336 on 22 March 2024, 46,779 on 27 March 2025, and 49,468 on 31 March 2026. Annual accumulation stays between 2,000 and 3,000 miles with no gaps or sudden jumps. Low use of this nature often means lighter wear on drivetrain and suspension components, though prolonged standing can allow corrosion or perished rubber to develop unseen. The 27 March 2025 entry shows both a fail and a pass logged at identical mileage with no defects cited, a likely administrative duplication rather than a genuine mechanical rejection. Beyond that anomaly, the DVSA record is sparse and clean, offering no flagged suspension bushes, brake discs, exhaust emissions, or structural integrity concerns to chase. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection beneath the sills, subframes, and coil springs for rust given the low mileage and possible periods of storage. Verify the tyres, wiper blades, and brake caliper operation in person, as these consumables fall outside MOT fail thresholds until worn. The history implies basic upkeep was maintained, but documentary cleanliness does not substitute for a hands-on check of bush condition and underbody corrosion.