2009 Vauxhall Corsa 1.0L Petrol · DG09 EPZ

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection on May 1, 2025, 82,106 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable, although the history shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes in the last two consecutive years. This suggests that the owner is proactive in rectifying specific faults once they are flagged by the DVSA tester, rather than allowing defects to accumulate into long-term mechanical failures. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 82,106 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,830 miles per year. The data shows consistent but light usage patterns, with only 2,983 miles covered between August 2023 and May 2024, and just 911 miles recorded between May 2024 and May 2025. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of inactivity can lead to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and corrosion within the exhaust system or brake lines. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the structural sills and suspension mounting, as older Vauxhall Corsa models are prone to corrosion that low mileage does not prevent. Given the low annual mileage, the inspector should check for seized brake calipers or rusted brake discs which often occur when a vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. Although the MOT record shows no current advisories, a thorough check of the tyre age and condition of suspension bushings is necessary to ensure the vehicle has not been neglected during its long intervals between use.