2012 Vauxhall Corsa 1.0L Petrol · FD12 PTZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent pass record over the last four years. The most recent test on 22 April 2025 at 77,544 miles resulted in a clean pass, following a technical failure just three days prior at 77,540 miles. This specific failure likely involved a minor component replacement, such as a bulb or a light sensor, which was rectified immediately before the re-test. Since March 2022, the car has maintained a history without recorded defects, indicating a consistent level of mechanical upkeep. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 77,544 miles represents an annual average of approximately 5,539 miles. This low-usage pattern typically correlates with less strain on the drivetrain and engine components compared to higher-mile vehicles. The data shows steady progression, with roughly 5,500 miles covered between the March 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 4,500 miles between April 2024 and April 2025. The lack of rapid mileage accumulation suggests the vehicle has been used for short trips or has sat stationary for periods, which can sometimes lead to age-related degradation of rubber components. While the MOT history is clean, a buyer must focus on age-related wear rather than mileage-based fatigue. Low mileage cars often suffer from cracking in suspension bushes, perished tyres, and dried hoses as these materials become brittle over time regardless of distance traveled. You should inspect the brake discs for corrosion or pitting, as low-frequency use can lead to surface rust on the rotors. A thorough physical inspection of the sills and wheel arches for structural rust is also necessary to ensure the chassis integrity remains sound, as the MOT records do not capture hidden corrosion.