2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · DP16 UEV

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness profile following its most recent MOT pass on 2 December 2025 at 75,515 miles, which recorded no defects. This follows a period of reactive maintenance where several failures occurred in previous years. The maintenance trend shows an improving pattern, as the vehicle has moved from a cycle of frequent failures involving mechanical and consumable components to a clean pass in the most recent testing cycle. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,552 miles per year. The data shows steady usage, moving from 26,084 miles in July 2019 to the current 75,515 miles. There are no significant gaps in usage or periods of prolonged inactivity suggested by the mileage increments. The progression from 34,824 miles in January 2021 to 75,515 miles in late 2025 indicates regular, predictable driving patterns. The inspection history reveals a pattern of addressing consumable and wear-related items. The tester flagged front brake pad thickness in January 2021, brake disc fluctuations in January 2023, and a nearside front tyre failure in January 2024. More significant mechanical issues appeared in January 2025, specifically a major front exhaust leak and an excessively worn nearside front suspension arm ball joint. While these were resolved before the December 2025 pass, they indicate that the vehicle requires attention to its suspension and braking systems at this mileage. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension components to ensure the ball joint and arm are secure. Given the previous reports of brake disc fluctuation and pad wear, a check of the braking system for any signs of binding or uneven wear is necessary. The history of a water pump coolant leak in January 2024 also warrants a visual check of the engine bay for any residual signs of weeping or dried coolant deposits around the pump and hoses.