2018 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · MF68 BOU

The vehicle presents a clean bill of health at its most recent MOT on 4 April 2026 at 52,464 miles, with zero defects recorded. This marks a notable improvement over earlier years, suggesting the current or most recent keeper has addressed previous wear items promptly. The maintenance trend is clearly improving, moving from minor advisories and borderline brake wear in 2024 to a completely clear pass in both 2025 and 2026. The mileage accumulation is steady and entirely typical for an eight-year-old supermini. Between 31 August 2022 and 31 August 2023, the car covered approximately 6,429 miles, and between 16 April 2025 and 4 April 2026, it added 3,631 miles over roughly eleven and a half months, which equates to roughly 3,800 miles annually. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer record, and the overall average of around 6,558 miles per year sits squarely within normal expectations for this class of vehicle. Buyers should still pay close attention to the front braking system. In the August 2024 test at 45,977 miles, the tester flagged worn front brake discs and thin front brake pads, both of which are consumable items that may have since been replaced given the clean 2026 result. A physical inspection of disc thickness and pad depth is wise to confirm fresh components are fitted. The nearside rear tyre puncture and auxiliary belt tensioner noise noted in August 2023 at 39,788 miles also warrant attention. A noisy tensioner can indicate a failing auxiliary belt system, so the belt, tensioner pulleys, and idler should be examined for wear, cracking, or play. The offside wiper blade defect and nearside front tyre sidewall cut recorded in August 2022 were minor, but a buyer should still check tyre condition across all four wheels, looking for sidewall damage, uneven tread wear, or age-related cracking on a tyre set that may date back several years. Structural integrity appears sound, with no corrosion, suspension, or chassis-related advisories appearing at any point in the record. However, a brief inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for leaks or deterioration remains prudent, as these components on a Vauxhall Corsa of this age can degrade with use even when not flagged by an MOT tester.