2012 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · DS62 EXW

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a recurring pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 66,639 miles passed with minor electrical-related faults involving a daytime running lamp and a discoloured indicator, the preceding years show persistent issues with suspension and rubber components. The trend is stable in terms of safety but indicates the owner only addresses mechanical defects after they fail or become an advisory. At 14 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa has covered only approximately 4,760 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average for a vehicle of this age. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 10,000 miles driven between the January 2024 and January 2025 tests. However, low mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber components, evidenced by the repeated entries regarding tyre cracking, perishing, and worn Macpherson strut mounts across the 2024 and 2025 tests. A buyer must personally inspect the front suspension assembly specifically, as the nearside Macpherson strut pin and bush were flagged for wear in both January 2024 and January 2025. The light misting on the offside rear shock absorber noted in 2023 suggests the beginning of seal failure which should be monitored for further leaks. Given the history of perishing tyres and inner-edge wear, a thorough check of the sidewalls and alignment is essential to ensure the age-related rubber degradation has not compromised structural integrity despite the low mileage.