2010 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · DY60 SSZ

The 2010 Vauxhall Corsa presents a stable and reassuring roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 17 September 2025 at 91,588 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and this follows three consecutive clean passes from September 2022 through September 2024. The maintenance trend is steady with no worsening faults, advisories, or recurring mechanical concerns across the available record. Mileage sits at 91,588 against a 16-year lifespan, equating to roughly 5,724 miles per year. The odometer advanced from 79,898 in September 2022 to 83,750 in September 2023, then 87,857 in September 2024, and 91,588 in September 2025. Annual accumulation holds near 4,000 miles, confirming light use. Low yearly coverage paired with four straight clean tests implies the previous keeper limited mileage and kept basic upkeep current rather than neglecting consumables. The DVSA entry for 21 September 2022 lists both a fail and a pass at 79,898 miles on the same day, with no defects recorded against either outcome. Such a duplicate usually reflects an administrative re-test or clerical correction rather than a genuine mechanical fault. The buyer should still confirm with the test station that no concealed defect triggered the initial failure. In person, the buyer should scrutinise suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and subframe corrosion given the car's age, even though testers flagged none. Standing periods from low mileage can allow moisture to gather in sills and mounting points. A visual check beneath the vehicle for structural rust and a road trial for binding calipers remain sensible before purchase.