2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · FN16 EOG

The Vauxhall Corsa presents a stable and improving mechanical trend, culminating in a clean pass during the most recent examination on 27 January 2026 at 36,615 miles. The absence of any recorded defects in the current and preceding three annual tests indicates the vehicle currently meets all required safety and emissions standards. This consistent pass rate suggests diligent maintenance and a lack of developing mechanical faults over the last three years. At roughly ten years old with 36,615 miles recorded, the Corsa has covered an average of approximately 3,662 miles annually, reflecting exceptionally low usage. The mileage progression between tests confirms this steady, low-mileage accumulation: 28,360 miles in January 2023, rising to 31,423 miles in January 2024, 33,912 miles in January 2025, and 36,615 miles in January 2026. This equates to an average annual increase of roughly 2,700 miles. Such low mileage often implies prolonged periods of standing, which can cause flat-spotting on tyres or sticking brake calipers, though the clean MOT record currently negates these concerns. Despite the clean MOT record, the anomaly in the January 2023 test requires attention. The vehicle failed on 30 January 2023 at 28,360 miles with no defects recorded, a rare occurrence that typically indicates the tester could not complete the examination, perhaps due to a severe fluid leak, an unreadable VIN, or a structural issue preventing a safe inspection. The subsequent pass just three days later on 2 February 2023 at 28,419 miles suggests the issue was rectified, but a buyer should inspect the engine bay and undercarriage for signs of historic fluid leaks or patch repairs. Given the low annual mileage, focus the physical inspection on rubber components. Check the tyres for cracking or flat-spotting from standing, and examine the suspension bushes and brake discs for surface corrosion caused by short, infrequent journeys that fail to burn off moisture.