2006 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · FP06 OOA

The latest MOT on 6 May 2026 passed, but the vehicle still carries several safety‑related faults. The near‑side rear tyre shows damage, the front track‑rod end ball joint has slight play, the off‑side CV boot is severely deteriorated, the rear registration‑plate lamp is inoperative, there is a front oil leak, and the rear exhaust mounting remains defective. Earlier tests show a pattern: the 3 May 2025 MOT failed because the parking brake was below the required efficiency, and the 3 May 2025 pass listed the same tyre, oil‑leak and exhaust mounting issues. The 4 May 2024 pass recorded a noisy front wheel bearing and slightly damaged tyres. The 5 May 2023 pass noted tyre damage, a corroded brake hose ferrule, and overall body corrosion, though structural rigidity was not compromised. The trend is not improving; faults recur year on year, and some (parking brake, CV boot, track‑rod play) are serious safety concerns. The low mileage of 79,836 on a 20‑year‑old car (~4,000 mi yr⁻¹) suggests the vehicle has been lightly used or stored for long periods, which can preserve wearable parts but may also allow seals, brakes and tyres to degrade. The corrosion noted in 2023 and the tyre damage seen in every MOT imply that the car has not been fully maintained. Key checks for a prospective buyer: Inspect all tyres for cracking, side‑wall damage and tread depth; replace if any are near the legal limit. Test the front track‑rod end ball joint for play and ensure steering feels firm.