2011 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · FX11 AFY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy and shows an improving trend in maintenance following a period of mechanical decline. The most recent test in October 2025 at 90,162 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the issues identified in previous years were addressed. This follows a clean pass in July 2024, which occurred shortly after a failure in June, suggesting that the current owner is proactive about rectifying MOT-related failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The record shows steady progression over time, moving from 70,282 miles in 2020 to 90,162 miles in late 2025. There is a notable gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests where the car covered only 16 miles in a year, which explains the noted degradation of rubber components such as perished tyres despite the low overall mileage. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension geometry, as the history reveals recurring issues with these components. The tester flagged excessively worn front suspension arm ball joints and bushes in both 2023 and 2024. While these were likely replaced, the frequency of these faults suggests the front-end assembly is subject to accelerated wear. The offside front drive shaft CV boot failure in 2023 also warrants a visual inspection to ensure no grease ingress has led to internal joint damage. The braking system requires a physical check due to a long handbrake recorded in 2023. Although the vehicle passed its most recent test without defects, the oil leak noted in 2022 should be monitored to ensure it is not affecting the master cylinder or seals. Given the age of the car and the history of perished tyres, a thorough inspection of all tyre sidewalls for cracking is essential, as the low mileage often masks rubber by age rather than tread wear.