2004 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · EF54 LSN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 15 August 2025 at 78,543 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable, though the record shows a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. The car failed its August 2025 test just two days prior to passing, with the tester flagging a non-functional nearside headlamp and ineffective windscreen wipers. These are basic consumable failures that suggest a lack of pre-test inspection by the owner. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 3,570 miles per year. The odometer shows a steady but light increase, moving from 46,604 miles in September 2015 to 78,543 miles in August 2025. This low usage often indicates a car used for short trips or one that has spent significant time stationary, which frequently contributes to the degradation of rubber components and the onset of corrosion. A buyer must scrutinize the suspension and chassis for long-term deterioration. The record shows a chronic issue with corroded coil springs, flagged consistently from September 2019 through September 2024. Recurring faults with anti-roll bar linkages and Macpherson strut bushings, including a failure in August 2022 at 70,984 miles, indicate that the front end has suffered from age-related wear. The presence of corroded brake pipes in September 2020 and September 2023, along with a noted oil leak in September 2024, suggests the vehicle is susceptible to rust and seal failure. Special attention should be paid to the sills and underbody. The August 2022 test noted that sills had covers over them, a common tactic to hide structural corrosion from inspectors. Given the repeated mentions of corroded suspension arms and springs, a thorough inspection for structural integrity is essential to ensure the vehicle has not suffered significant rust damage during its periods of low activity.