2012 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · GF12 EVX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 126,161 miles passed, the record shows a persistent oil leak that has appeared in every test for three years. The trend is stable in terms of passing, but the recurring nature of the leak suggests the owner is only addressing issues when they fail rather than seeking a permanent seal. At 126,161 miles, the Corsa has averaged approximately 9,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a fourteen-year-old car. The mileage progression shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 6,600 miles covered between the September 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 5,000 miles in the preceding year. This regularity suggests the car is used for daily commuting, though the high cumulative mileage places significant stress on age-related components like the engine seals and braking system. A buyer must specifically inspect the source of the ongoing oil leak, as it has been noted since at least 2023. The failure in September 2024 due to a thin nearside brake pad, followed by an advisory for worn front discs in the subsequent test, indicates the braking system is reaching the end of its life. The 2023 failure involving multiple missing wheel fixings highlights a past lack of basic pre-test checks. A physical inspection of the suspension bushes and structural integrity is essential to ensure that the high mileage has not led to significant corrosion or mechanical play not yet captured in the MOT records.