2008 Vauxhall Agila 1.2L Petrol · FT08 FCJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of worsening structural and mechanical condition. While it passed its latest test on 27 January 2026 at 84,277 miles, it had failed that same day due to critical structural corrosion. The offside rear inner sill was found to be corroded to the point of significantly reducing the rigidity of the assembly, a major defect that appears to have been addressed to allow the subsequent pass despite several remaining mechanical issues. The mileage profile is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,682 miles per year. The data shows consistent but slow accumulation, moving from 76,945 miles in October 2022 to 81,973 miles in November 2024, and reaching 84,277 miles by early 2026. This low usage often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber components and increased corrosion, which is evident in this vehicle's history. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody, specifically focusing on the inner sills and sub-frames to ensure the structural repairs following the January failure are sound and effective. There is a recurring history of corrosion-related issues, including brake pipes and artwork springs noted in 2023. Additionally, the front suspension shows persistent signs of wear, with worn arm bushes and deteriorated ball joint dust covers on the front anti-roll bar linkage appearing across multiple recent test cycles. The braking system also requires attention, as the offside rear service brake was noted as binding in 2022 and 2026, and the parking brake lever was flagged for excessive movement during the most recent failure. The buyer should also verify the condition of the CV boots, as the nearside front boot was severely deteriorated in both 2022 and 2024. Given the minor oil leak noted in 2023, a visual check of the engine bay is also necessary to confirm the leak has not worsened.