2018 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · DP68 HMF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 29,383 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure just three days prior for multiple tyre defects. The mechanical history suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they result in an MOT failure, as evidenced by the cluster of suspension and brake issues identified in 2024. At 29,383 miles over eight years, this Corsa has significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 3,700 miles per year. The data shows a notable gap between August 2023 and August 2024, where the car covered 5,393 miles, followed by another similar interval. This low-usage profile often reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, but it frequently leads to degradation of rubber-based components. The recurring mentions of perishing and cracking sidewalls across 2024 and 2025 support the theory that the vehicle sits stationary for long periods, causing tyres to dry out. A buyer must perform a close inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The 2024 failure flagged excessively worn bushes on both front upper shock absorbers and a missing retaining spring on the nearside front brake caliper. You should verify these parts were replaced properly and not merely secured. Additionally, the excessive movement in the parking brake lever from 2024 indicates the adjustment mechanism may be neglected. Given the history of tyre sidewall damage, check all four tyres for deep cracking or flat spots, as the low mileage may mask age-related degradation of the rubber compound.