2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · DH16 MXG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test on January 13 2026 at 59,959 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of reactive repair rather than proactive upkeep. A failure just four days prior at 59,945 miles revealed a malfunctioning engine management indicator light and deteriorated front track rod end ball joint dust covers. While these issues were addressed to achieve passing, the history suggests the owner only corrects mechanical faults once they result in an immediate MOT failure. At approximately 10 years old, this decade-old Vauxhall Corsa has covered a relatively low distance, averaging roughly 6,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between December 2023 and January 2025, during which the car covered only 625 miles in 13 months. This low usage often leads to vehicles sitting for extended periods, which explains the pitting and scoring on the front brake discs noted in the 2023 test. Low mileage does not prevent the degradation of rubber components or metal surfaces that are not regularly exercised. A buyer should closely inspect the front suspension for signs of further wear, as the 2023 failure flagged a fractured nearside coil spring and damaged track rod dust covers. The recurring mention of fluctuating brake performance and pitted discs indicates the braking system may suffer from corrosion due to low use. Given the engine management light failure reported in early January 2026, a diagnostic scan is necessary to ensure no hidden fault codes remain in the system. Verify the windscreen washer system and tyre pressure sensors functionality, as these were previously identified as defects during earlier inspections.