2007 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · FD57 KVA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 73,326 miles passed, the car failed immediately prior due to ineffective wipers, a damaged nearside track rod end dust cover, and a severely deteriorated CV boot. The trend indicates that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they result in an MOT failure, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance on wear items between tests. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 73,326 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,860 miles per year. This low usage suggests the car has sat stationary for long periods, which is evidenced by the 3,203-mile gap between October 2023 and November 2024. However, low mileage often correlates with the accelerated degradation of rubber components and seals from age, which is consistent with the recurring failures of the CV boots and track rod dust covers noted over the last three years. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension and drivetrain. The nearside front outer drive shaft constant velocity boot has been flagged as severely deteriorated in both 2024 and 2026, suggesting the part has not been replaced despite the repeated warnings. Furthermore, the 2023 failure for weakened front brake discs and thin pads indicates that braking components were operated until total failure, which can lead to corrosion or seized calipers on a low-mileage vehicle. The braking system requires specific attention given the critical failure in October 2023 regarding both pads and the inner discs. While these appear to have been rectified, the recurring advisories for tyres worn to the legal limit in both 2023 and 2024 suggest a history of neglect regarding basic consumables. Any physical inspection should verify the current state of all four tyres and check for signs of grease leakage originating from the failing CV boots.