2010 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · EJ10 EXB

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a maintenance trend that appears reactive rather than proactive. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 82,376 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior where the owner had to replace a split nearside front CV boot and address multiple tyre and brake issues. The recurring nature of advisories regarding tyres and components suggests that faults are only addressed when they reach the point of legal failure rather than during routine service intervals. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 82,376 miles represents a low average of approximately 5,148 miles per year. This low usage is evident in the timeline, with only 4,922 miles covered between November 2024 and November 2025. However, low mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber components. The record confirms this through repeated mentions of perished and cracking tyres across the last three years, indicating that the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods leading to dry rot. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the offside front sub-frame, which the 2025 test flagged for corrosion. Although not yet classified as seriously weakened, structural rust on these Vauxhall components often progresses rapidly if left untreated. You should also verify the nearside Macpherson strut top bush, which showed excessive wear in the 2024 test, to ensure the repair was thorough and has not resulted in further suspension geometry issues. The braking system requires attention as the front discs were noted as pitted and scored in late 2025, a common symptom of infrequent use on low-mile vehicles. Given the history of failing on bulbs and indicators, a comprehensive electrical check of all exterior lighting is necessary before purchase to ensure no other neglected faults remain hidden. The overall consistent pattern of tyre failure suggests a vehicle that is maintained to the minimum standard required to remain on the road.