2009 Vauxhall Agila 1.2L Petrol · FP09 DVU

The Vauxhall Agila presents as roadworthy following its most recent pass on 27 March 2026 at 124,120 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the last three years. The March 2026 test passed with no defects recorded after an initial failure on the same day at identical mileage, though the failure listed no specific defects, suggesting an administrative or presentation issue rather than a mechanical fault. Prior tests in March 2025 and February 2024 also closed with passes and no advisories, indicating no escalating wear pattern. Recorded mileage sits at 124,120 against a 2009 build, averaging roughly 7,300 miles per year, which is typical for the age. The car gained 9,810 miles between the February 2024 test at 111,288 miles and the March 2025 failure at 121,098 miles, then only 3,012 miles over the following twelve months to the 2026 pass. The DVSA data is sparse, showing clean sheets with no advisories on suspension bushes, brake discs, corrosion, or exhaust emissions at any stage. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection beneath the vehicle despite the clean record. Seventeen-year-old Vauxhalls commonly develop structural rust on sills and subframes that MOT testers may miss until penetration occurs, and the Agila's age warrants checks on coil springs and suspension arms for fatigue. The same-day fail-pass in March 2026 with zero defects recorded points to clerical error, but confirm the V5C and test certificate align before purchase. Given no recurring faults or consumable warnings appear in the history, previous keepers likely kept basic upkeep current, though absence of advisories across four tests is unusual for a 124,000-mile elderly hatchback. Verify tyre tread depth, wiper condition, and brake caliper freedom in person, as these wear items fall outside the sparse MOT commentary yet dictate real-world reliability.