2018 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · DP18 OED

The 2026-04-21 MOT record indicates that the vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend is clearly deteriorating rather than stable or improving. The most recent failure occurred on 2026-04-21, which fell short of the required passing score despite the vehicle having completed roughly 5,561 miles since the last successful test. This gap represents a significant drop-off in performance, suggesting that the vehicle has not undergone adequate upkeep since the 2026-04-21 test. The tester flagged binding rear brakes and a missing front brake locking device at this date, which are critical components for safety that should be inspected in the next visit. The mileage pattern reveals a distinct lack of regular maintenance, with the vehicle approaching 5,561 miles per year. This high accumulation rate, combined with the absence of any gaps in the 2026-04-21 record, indicates that the vehicle has likely been used for a prolonged period with no regular servicing. Such a high mileage-to-age ratio suggests that the car has lost structural integrity and that the drivetrain and suspension are under increasing risk of failure, rather than being in a state of stable wear. A buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to address the identified binding rear brakes and the missing front brake locking device, as well as the track rod end ball joint dust cover. The missing locking device is a serious structural risk that must be replaced immediately to prevent the vehicle from becoming unsafe. Additionally, the cracked front brake pads and the worn track rod end ball joint require professional diagnosis. Given the history of a 2026-04-21 failure, the vehicle's structural integrity is now compromised, and the risks of further deterioration are high.