2009 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · FN59 OBE

The maintenance trend for this 2009 Vauxhall Corsa remains stable, with the most recent MOT test on 14 February 2024 at 124,866 miles passing cleanly without any recorded defects. A failed test logged on the exact same day also shows no defects, which typically indicates a data anomaly or an administrative retest rather than a mechanical failure. The absence of advisories or failures across the recorded history suggests the vehicle has not suffered from recurring mechanical or structural issues, pointing toward consistent, if basic, upkeep by the previous owner. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. Between the January 2022 test at 85,746 miles and the February 2023 test at 107,561 miles, the car covered roughly 21,800 miles. The subsequent year saw a drop to approximately 17,300 miles before the odometer settled at 124,866 miles in February 2024. The recorded mileage has remained static for over two years relative to the current date of July 2026. This prolonged stagnation raises questions about whether the vehicle has been sitting unused, used exclusively for very short trips, or if the mileage reading requires verification for potential tampering. Because the official record contains no recurring faults or structural advisories, a buyer cannot rely on the MOT history to highlight specific problem areas. A physical inspection must therefore focus on the typical failure points for a seventeen-year-old supermini. Check the suspension bushes and coil springs for age-related deterioration, and inspect the brake discs and calipers for corrosion or binding, which often occur if a car stands idle. Examine the underbody and sills thoroughly for structural rust, as the lack of recent mileage increases the risk of moisture-related corrosion compromising the chassis.