2015 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · FD65 YHZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed its latest test in March 2026 at 49,024 miles, it had failed just days prior due to mechanical and tyre-related defects. The transition from a clean 2025 record to a failed 2026 test suggests that the owner only addresses faults when necessitated by an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance on wear components. At 11 years old, the recorded 49,024 miles represent low annual usage of approximately 4,457 miles per year. This low mileage is evident in the gap between the 2024 test (41,073 miles) and the 2025 test (47,101 miles), where the car covered roughly 6,000 miles in twelve months. Such low-mileage often correlates with long periods of stationary time, which explains the degradation of rubber components despite the low distance travelled by the drivetrain. A prospective buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension and tyres. The March 2026 failure flagged both front track rod end dust covers as excessively deteriorated, which can lead to premature joint failure and uneven tyre if ignored. Furthermore, the 2024 failure noted serious fluid leaks from both front shock absorbers; while these were likely replaced, the buyer should check for new signs of weeping. The cracking and perishing of both rear tyres noted in the most recent test is a classic symptom of age-related rubber rot common in stationary vehicles. The nearside rear seat belt damage reported in 2024 also requires physical verification to ensure the webbing has not been compromised by substandard repairs.