2011 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · LN11 ABF

The 2026‑06‑30 MOT at 55,253 miles resulted in a pass, yet the tester flagged a slightly defective headlamp lens, a deteriorated front exhaust flexi and rear tyre damage including a cut on the offside rear tyre. Overall the record shows a stable maintenance pattern with only minor consumable issues, apart from the 2018 failure of the offside front coil spring and sub‑1.5 mm brake pads, which were corrected in subsequent tests. No major structural or mechanical failures appear after 2018, indicating the vehicle has been kept in serviceable condition. At 15 years old the car has accumulated 55,253 miles, averaging 3,684 miles per year, a figure lower than typical for its age and suggesting periods of limited use. Mileage rose more sharply between the 2022 test at 33,755 miles and the 2026 test, adding roughly 21,500 miles in four years, or about 5,375 miles annually, indicating increased usage in recent years. No large gaps exist in the annual testing history, confirming regular DVSA inspections. A buyer should therefore examine the suspension system, paying particular attention to the front coil spring and rear bushes that showed wear in 2018 and may have deteriorated further, and verify that the rear brakes are not binding, as indicated by the 2026 tyre damage. The front exhaust flexi’s deterioration points to possible corrosion or fatigue, so a visual inspection of the exhaust pipe and mounting brackets is advisable. Given the multiple cracks and the cut on the offside rear tyre, the buyer must check tyre tread depth, side‑wall condition and consider replacement of the rear tyres. Although no structural rust was recorded, the exhaust condition warrants a chassis inspection for hidden corrosion, and the earlier child‑seat fitment suggests the rear seat may have been altered, so the integrity of the rear seat mounting points should be verified. In summary, the vehicle is presently roadworthy but the recent tyre and exhaust findings, together with prior suspension and brake wear, indicate that a thorough pre‑purchase inspection focusing on these components is essential to confirm that the recorded defects have been fully remedied and that no underlying structural issues exist.