2006 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · FG56 UHM

The Vauxhall Corsa presents a currently roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 11 October 2024 at 101,170 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable, with the latest test showing a clean result. However, the record shows two earlier failures on 8 October 2024 at 101,143 miles and 26 May 2023 at 95,901 miles, both listed with no defects recorded, which points to administrative or presentation issues at those tests rather than mechanical faults. The recorded mileage of 101,170 against a 2006 build date gives a low average of roughly 5,058 miles per year. Between the May 2023 failure at 95,901 miles and the October 2023 pass at 96,901 miles the car covered only 1,000 miles in five months. From October 2023 to October 2024 it added 4,269 miles. The sparse history with four entries across two years shows light use but offers little insight into component condition between tests. A buyer should still inspect the vehicle in person for corrosion on structural members and suspension bushes, as a 20-year-old Vauxhall of this type commonly suffers hidden rust despite clean MOT advisories. The brake discs, coil springs, and exhaust emissions should be checked for age-related degradation not captured by the bare record. The repeated no-defect failures suggest the previous owner may have presented the car without correct documentation or preparation, rather than neglecting mechanical care. Given the low mileage and standing periods implied, examine tyres for sidewall cracking and check for binding calipers before purchase.