2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · DU16 SWK

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile with a recurring trend of neglected consumables. While the most recent test on 4 October 2025 at 105,992 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged both front tyres as being worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges. This indicates that while the car is currently roadworthy, the owner is operating on the edge of compliance regarding tyre tread and condition. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,500 miles per year. The data shows steady usage, moving from 53,362 miles in September 2021 to 105,992 miles by October 2025. There are no significant periods of long-term stagnation or sudden, excessive mileage spikes, suggesting the car has been used regularly for commuting or general transport. A history of failed tests reveals a pattern of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. In October 2024 at 90,855 miles, the vehicle failed on several significant items, including exposed tyre cords, worn front brake discs and pads, and a faulty Macpherson strut top bush. The repeated presence of tyre-related failures, seen in 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025, suggests the previous owners frequently deferred tyre replacements until they reached critical wear levels. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and front suspension components. Given the 2024 failure involving pitted brake discs and worn pads, alongside the 2022 failure regarding track rod end dust covers, the integrity of the steering and suspension bushes should be verified. Checking the current condition of the front tyres and the state of the brake discs for any signs of scoring or uneven wear is essential, as the record shows these components are frequently flagged during inspections.