2013 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · DN63 PNY

The vehicle is currently in an unroadworthy state following a failure in its most recent MOT test on February 2026 at 99,543 miles. While the car maintained a clean record in 2025, the recent failure indicates a significant decline in basic maintenance standards. The tester flagged a critical supplementary restraint system warning lamp, which suggests an airbag fault, alongside multiple lighting failures including stop lamps and headlamps. This sudden lapse suggests a lack of pre-inspection checks by the current owner. At 99,543 miles over 13 years, the Corsa averages approximately 7,657 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK domestic usage patterns. However, the data shows a notable increase in usage between January 2024 and February 2026, where the vehicle covered over 30,000 miles in just two years. This rapid mileage accumulation correlates with the accelerated wear observed on components, such as the offside suspension arm ball joint noted in 2024 and the deteriorated nearside track rod end dust cover identified in the 2026 test. A buyer must inspect the front suspension thoroughly, as the record shows a history of ball joint play and track rod issues. The damaged track rod end dust cover is a mechanical risk that allows dirt ingress into the joint, leading to premature steering failure if not replaced. Furthermore, the pitting and scoring brake discs noted in 2021 should be re-evaluated to ensure the rotors have not thinned beyond safe limits despite the high mileage. The SRS warning lamp is a major safety concern that requires a professional diagnostic scan to determine if the fault is a simple sensor issue or a costly airbag module failure.