2009 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · EX09 WYL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in February 2026 with 44,078 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable following a minor failure in early 2025. While the tester initially flagged a perished nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover, the subsequent pass on the same day indicates that the owner is responsive to immediate mechanical repair requirements once identified. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,600 miles per year. Between February 2023 and February 2026, the car covered 6,128 miles, suggesting very light annual use or long periods of inactivity. This low usage typically reduces mechanical wear and tear on the engine and drivetrain components, but it increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber and plastics that perish over time regardless of distance driven. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the condition of the tyres, as the records from 2023 and 2024 repeatedly flagged perishing and cracking on both front tyres. Despite low mileage, the rubber compound has likely dried out due to age, which compromises grip and safety. The buyer should also scrutinize the suspension boots and joints for cracking, as the 2025 failure of the anti-roll bar linkage suggests that rubber components in the front assembly are now reaching the end of their functional life.