2018 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · LP18 HRA

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the most recent inspection indicates a worsening trend regarding consumable component maintenance. While the car passed its February 2026 test at 24,523 miles, the tester flagged multiple advisories concerning tyre condition. Specifically, the offside front and nearside rear tyres show signs of perishing, while the offside rear tyre is worn to the legal limit. This suggests a recent neglect despite the low overall mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,065 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between July 2022 at 16,551 miles and June 2023 at 21,426 miles, where the car covered over 5,000 miles in a year. Since then, usage has dropped further to roughly 1,200 miles annually. This low-frequency use often leads to the degradation of rubber components through dry rot, which aligns with the findings in the latest MOT record. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of all four tyres, as the recurring reports of cracking and wear indicate the rubber is failing due to age rather than distance. Because the vehicle sits stationary for long periods, check the brake discs for surface corrosion and seized calipers, which are common in low-mileage cars. Additionally, suspension bushings should be inspected for cracking, as long periods of standing can cause rubber elements to perish regardless of the low mechanical mileage recorded.