2008 Vauxhall Agila 1.2L Petrol · FM08 DWJ

The Vauxhall Agila presents as roadworthy following its most recent MOT pass on 12 July 2025 at 58,871 miles, with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable across the available history, showing no recurring advisories or mechanical faults. A failed test logged on the same date at identical mileage but with no defects cited points to an administrative or procedural rejection rather than a mechanical concern. Recorded mileage sits at 58,871 against an 18-year lifespan, equating to roughly 3,271 miles per year. The car saw only 440 miles between the June 2022 test at 48,095 and June 2023 at 48,535, then 457 miles to May 2024 at 48,992, and a larger 9,879-mile jump to July 2025. Such low annual use with a single recent surge suggests long periods of standing followed by a burst of activity, a pattern that can allow corrosion or perished rubber components to develop unseen. The clean MOT record gives no flagged items for suspension bushes, brake discs, coil springs, or structural integrity across any test. A buyer should still verify underbody condition for rust given the age and intermittent use, and check tyres, wiper blades, and brake calipers for degradation from prolonged storage. The same-day fail with no defects warrants confirmation that the DVSA entry reflects a clerical error rather than an unresolved issue. In-person inspection should prioritise cold-start behaviour, handbrake operation, and exhaust emissions, as these are not always captured by a pass with no defects. The Agila's history implies a lightly used, reasonably cared-for vehicle, though the mileage gap means consumables may need attention despite the clean sheet.