2012 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · FG62 VLZ

The maintenance trend for this 2012 Vauxhall Corsa remains highly stable, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 21 August 2025 at 87,380 miles. The tester recorded zero defects, confirming the vehicle met all roadworthiness standards on that date. A notable anomaly appears in the record from 12 August 2024, where the car initially failed at 86,135 miles despite the DVSA record listing no specific defects. The vehicle passed a retest later that same day, also with no defects recorded, suggesting either an administrative error or an aborted initial test rather than a rectifiable mechanical failure. Overall, the trend demonstrates a well-maintained vehicle with no recurring mechanical or structural faults. The recorded mileage of 87,380 miles equates to roughly 6,200 miles per year, aligning with typical usage for a fourteen-year-old vehicle. A closer look at the chronology reveals a distinct drop-off in annual mileage accumulation in recent years. Between February 2023 and September 2023, the Corsa covered 2,818 miles. This dropped sharply to just 1,309 miles over the following eleven months leading to August 2024, and further declined to 1,245 miles in the year preceding the August 2025 test. This pattern indicates the vehicle has transitioned from regular use to lighter, more localized driving in the last two years. Given the absence of recurring advisories or failures, there are no specific chronic mechanical issues flagged in the history. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to deterioration from prolonged standing and short-journey driving, which the recent low mileage suggests. Inspect the condition of the tyres for sidewall cracking and flat spots, and check the brake discs for surface corrosion that can develop when a car sits unused. Examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing, and verify the exhaust system for early signs of corrosion. Since the current MOT expired recently, a fresh inspection will be required to verify the ongoing structural integrity and mechanical compliance of the vehicle.