2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · FP66 OGZ

The latest MOT test completed on 3 November 2025 resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This continues a positive trend established during the November 2024 test, which also yielded a clean pass. Over the vehicle's ten-year history, the maintenance trend appears stable and well-managed, with the only failure occurring in 2021 due to a minor windscreen washer defect that was resolved immediately. Previous advisories have been limited to standard wear-and-tear consumables, such as tyres and brake pads, which have evidently been replaced or serviced prior to subsequent tests, indicating a proactive approach to mechanical upkeep by the previous owner. With a recorded mileage of 57,350 miles over approximately ten years, the vehicle has covered an average of roughly 5,735 miles per year. This is considered low annual usage by UK standards. While low mileage is highly desirable, it suggests the vehicle has likely been utilised for short, localized journeys or has experienced extended periods of standing. Mechanically, frequent short trips can prevent the engine from reaching its full operating temperature, which can lead to moisture condensation in the engine oil, carbon buildup in the combustion chambers, and premature deterioration of the exhaust system. It also places a higher demand on the starting and charging systems. A key area for physical inspection is the steering and suspension alignment, given the historical advisories from 2019 and 2023 regarding both front tyres wearing on their edges. This pattern of wear strongly points to wheel misalignment or worn suspension bushes. During a test drive, the buyer should assess whether the vehicle pulls to one side on a straight, flat road, and feel for any steering wheel shimmy or vibration at highway speeds. Additionally, because rear brake pads were noted as wearing thin in 2022, the braking system should be evaluated for smooth operation. Listen carefully for any high-pitched squealing or grinding noises, and feel for a pulsating pedal or vehicle pulling under braking, which could indicate warped brake discs or binding calipers. Given the vehicle's age and low-mileage profile, the buyer must conduct thorough checks for time-based degradation. Inspect the tyre sidewalls and tread grooves for signs of cracking or perishing, which occurs naturally as rubber ages, even if the tread depth is legally compliant. Examine the brake discs through the wheel spokes for heavy surface corrosion or pitting, which is common on vehicles that sit idle. The health of the 12-volt battery should be verified, as infrequent use rapidly degrades its charge-holding capacity. Finally, check the service portfolio to ensure that calendar-based maintenance, such as brake fluid changes and engine coolant flushes, has been performed, and inspect the underside of the oil filler cap for any milky emulsion, which would confirm excessive condensation from short-trip driving.