2018 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · DP18 NPD

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance history shows a trend of reactive rather than proactive mechanical care. The most recent test in February 2026 at 54,263 miles identified deteriorated dust covers on both nearside and offside track rod ends. While these did not result in a failure because they still prevented dirt ingress, they signal the beginning of wear in the steering linkage that will require attention soon to prevent joint play and eventual failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. Between February 2022 and February 2026, the car covered 23,508 miles, indicating steady use. However, the data reveals a specific lapse in tyre maintenance between 2024 and 2025, where front tyres were flagged as being worn to the legal limit in consecutive tests. This suggests the previous owner focused on replacing consumables only when they reached the MOT failure threshold rather than monitoring them during regular service intervals. A buyer should closely inspect the front suspension components, specifically the misted nearside shock absorber noted in January 2023 at 37,258 miles. If this component has not been replaced, the seal is likely nearing the end of its life. Furthermore, the track rod ends identified in the latest test should be checked for any physical movement or grease leakage to ensure the steering geometry remains precise. Given the history of uneven front tyre wear, a professional wheel alignment is necessary to ensure the suspension components are not prematurely scrub the next set of tyres.