2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · DF16 KZD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 78,633 miles passed with only an advisory for a perished nearside rear tyre, this followed a significant failure in June 2024. At that previous test, the car failed to meet standards due to multiple mechanical and tyre issues. The trend shows a temporary improvement following those repairs, yet the recurring faults suggest that components are only addressed once they reach failure thresholds. The mileage profile is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per year. The data shows steady accumulation, moving from 60,876 miles in 2022 to 78,633 miles in 2025. There are no unexplained gaps in usage, but the relatively low annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components due to age, which aligns with the repeated tyre cracking and perished boots noted throughout the inspection records. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The record flags perished track rod end boots and dust covers in 2022 and 2024, alongside a fractured offside front coil spring in the 2024 failure. These indicate the steering and suspension components are wearing prematurely. Furthermore, the 2022 advisory regarding corrosion and lips on the front brake discs requires a check of current pad thickness and surface condition to ensure pitting has not worsened. The tyres also require scrutiny, as the history shows recurring issues with sidewall damage and low tread depth across multiple years. The 2025 advisory for the nearside rear tyre suggests the rubber may be reaching the end of its structural life regardless of tread depth. Verify that there is no uneven wear, as the 2024 failure noted an offside front tyre worn on the edge, which often points to alignment issues or worn suspension bushes.