2012 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · ML62 VPN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend in reactive repair habits. While it passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 98,387 miles, this followed a failure just one mile prior due to multiple safety defects. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to a series of mechanical failures in 2026 suggests that the current owner is only addressing faults when necessary to pass the MOT test rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 98,387 miles over fourteen years, the Corsa has clocked an average of approximately 7,000 miles per year, which is consistent with low-use urban commuting. The mileage data shows steady progression, with roughly 4,000 miles driven between February 2024 and 2025, and another 4,100 miles between February 2025 and 2026. However, the low annual mileage has not prevented the degradation of rubber components and metal hardware, as evidenced by the recurring issues across the chassis. A buyer must scrutinize the front suspension, as corroded coil springs have been flagged in three consecutive years since 2024. The 2026 failure highlighted an excessively worn offside front anti-roll bar ball joint, indicating the suspension geometry is reaching the end of its life. The recurring inner edge wear on tyres noted in 2024 and 2025 suggests a persistent alignment issue or worn shock dampers that will continue to accelerate tyre degradation if not corrected. The braking system also requires close attention. The February 2026 test identified pitted and scored front brake discs alongside a worn nearside pad, while the previous year noted a broken exhaust flexi-pipe. The exhaust system shows a history of corrosion and leaks dating back to 2025 and 2026. Physical inspection of the underside is necessary to ensure that corrosion is not thinning the structural mounting points, as the record indicates a clear pattern of environmental-related decay.