2010 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · FD10 OAC

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 9 October 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded. Looking at the broader history, the maintenance trend is highly stable, with a consistent string of clean passes from 2021 through to the latest test. This suggests that the vehicle has been well-maintained in recent years and that previous mechanical failures have been addressed effectively, indicating a period of reliable roadworthiness. With a recorded mileage of 124,945 miles over a sixteen year period, the car has averaged approximately 7,809 miles per year. This is considered typical usage for a vehicle of this age and type. Such a consistent usage profile generally means the engine and drivetrain have not suffered from the degradation associated with prolonged standing, nor the extreme wear seen in high-mileage fleet vehicles. However, at this mileage, the buyer should anticipate the natural end-of-life for several wear-and-tear consumables. The MOT history indicates a period of suspension instability around 2020, involving a fractured nearside front coil spring, a worn Macpherson strut top bush, and worn suspension arm bushes. While these were not noted in recent tests, the buyer should listen for clunks or knocks when traversing uneven road surfaces or during low-speed manoeuvring, as suspension bushes on these models often degrade over time. Additionally, a previous advisory for an exhaust joint blow suggests the exhaust system may be prone to corrosion; a physical inspection of the mid-section and rear silencer for rust or soot marks is recommended to ensure the system remains airtight. Given the vehicle is sixteen years old, the buyer must verify the service history to ensure that timing components and other calendar-based fluid changes have been performed regardless of the annual mileage. Particular attention should be paid to the condition of the tyres, checking for sidewall cracking or perishing that can occur even if the tread depth remains legal. It is also advisable to check for brake disc corrosion or binding calipers and to test the health of the 12V battery to ensure reliable starting, as these components are susceptible to age-related failure.