2012 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · DV62 FTF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a clean pass in the December 2025 test at 76,753 miles where no defects were recorded. While the history shows a pattern of intermittent failures related to lighting and consumables, these were consistently addressed immediately to achieve a passing result. The lack of advisories in the most recent inspection suggests the car is currently in a good mechanical state regarding its primary safety-critical components. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 76,753 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows a consistent usage pattern, with a notable increase of nearly 13,000 miles between October 2024 and December 2025. This low-mileage profile generally implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine, though the long age of the vehicle increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber components and fluids, which can occur regardless to time rather than mechanical friction. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the tyres and suspension alignment, as the record indicates a recurring issue with uneven wear. In October 2024, both nearside and offside front tyres were flagged for being on the legal limit and worn on the edges, while 2018 records showed perishing and cracking across all four tyres. This suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that could cause premature tyre degradation. The buyer should also check for dry rotting in the sidewalls given the vehicle has likely sat stationary for extended periods. Given the low mileage, the vehicle should be inspected for structural corrosion, particularly on the sills and wheel arches. The previous lighting failures in 2022 and 2023 regarding the dipped beam bulb and incorrect beam aim indicate that the electrical system and headlight adjustments require attention, but these do not suggest a deeper mechanical failure. The overall history reflects an owner who responds to MOT failures as they arise rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule.