2010 Vauxhall Corsa 1.7L Diesel · FE10 KSN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent MOT test in February 2026 at 106,007 miles passed only after a failure just one mile prior. While the car meets the minimum standard, the recurring presence of defects across braking, suspension, and exhaust systems suggests that components are reaching the end of their functional life and are only addressed when they become an immediate safety risk or fail to pass the annual inspection. At 106,007 miles over sixteen years, the Corsa averages approximately 6,600 miles per year, which is consistent with low-intensity urban use. The data shows a significant gap of 10,000 miles between December 2023 (88,816 miles) and November 2024 (98,884 miles), followed by another 7,200 miles in the seven months leading up to the February 2026 test. This recent spike in usage explains the rapid degradation of rubber components and metal hardware, as seen in the perishing tyres and leaking shock absorbers recorded in the later tests. A buyer must inspect the front nearside suspension specifically, as the February 2026 advisory noted a tyre worn on the outside edge, indicating an alignment issue or worn bushes. The braking system requires close attention because both the offside front and rear discs are now pitted and scored; while not yet a failure, the surface condition suggests the metal is thinning and likely will likely require replacement shortly. Furthermore, the rear coil springs were flagged as corroded in 2024, and these should be checked for structural fractures to ensure the corrosion has not progressed since the last inspection.