2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · KF16 FBJ

The 2016 Vauxhall Corsa presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 20 March 2026 at 146,098 miles with zero defects recorded. That result marks a notable turnaround from the advisory-laden tests of previous years. The vehicle has moved from recurring minor faults across brakes, tyres, and suspension between 2022 and 2025 to a fully compliant outcome, suggesting the last keeper addressed outstanding wear items promptly. The mileage accumulation tells a consistent story of high but steady use. Between the April 2022 test at 66,064 miles and the April 2025 test at 125,569 miles, the car covered roughly 59,500 miles in three years, averaging close to 20,000 miles annually during that period. The pace then slowed markedly, with only 20,529 miles added between April 2025 and March 2026. That dip could indicate a change in ownership, reduced commuting, or the vehicle spending more time stationary. No significant gaps appear in the annual test record, so there is no evidence of extended periods off the road or missed MOTs. The advisory history points to a car that was driven hard but kept legal. The 2022 oil misting on the offside rear shock absorber is the most mechanically significant flag, as it hints at a deteriorating damper seal that, left unresolved, can compromise ride control and tyre wear. Buyers should inspect both rear shock absorbers for fresh oil residue, pitting on the piston rods, and uneven tyre wear patterns that confirm a failing unit. The front brake pad wear noted in April 2025 and the recurring tyre advisories across both axles in 2023 and 2024 suggest the car was driven in a manner that stressed consumables. A thorough check of front brake disc thickness, caliper slide pin freedom, and tyre sidewall condition remains worthwhile, even though the 2026 pass indicates these items have since been replaced or corrected. The clean 2026 result is encouraging, but a high-mileage Corsa of this age warrants a close physical inspection of the suspension mounting points, subframe mounting bolts, and the underside for corrosion or accident repairs not captured in the MOT record. The shock absorber advisory from 2022 is the key item to verify has been properly resolved rather than simply left.