2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · LP16 HDL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in July 2025 at 35,353 miles passed, though it highlighted perishing and cracking on both rear tyres. This follows a significant failure in July 2024 where multiple critical mechanical faults were identified. While the car has passed its latest inspection, the recurring nature of suspension failures suggests that components are only addressed once they reach a point of inspection failure. At 35,353 miles over ten years, this Corsa has covered an average of only 3,500 miles per year. This low usage profile often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear. The data shows a consistent interval of roughly 3,000 miles between annual tests from 2022 to 2025. However, the low mileage likely correlates with the tyre cracking noted in 2025, as rubber degrades when sat for long periods despite having remaining tread depth. A buyer should inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the record shows a history of repeated issues. The track rod end dust covers were flagged in both 2023 and 2024, and the offside front coil spring fractured during the 2024 test. These indicate that the rubber boots and metal springs are failing due to age rather than distance. The front brake pads were also noted as thin in 2024, so the buyer must verify the remaining life on the current pads and discs to ensure they were actually replaced after that failure.