2011 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · MM60 BYD

The 2011 Vauxhall Corsa presents a stable and broadly improving mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 29 December 2025, when it passed at 98,733 miles. A clean pass in January 2024 at 88,494 miles with zero defects suggests a period of attentive upkeep. The December 2025 pass, however, carried two advisories for both front tyres wearing heavily on the inner edge, indicating misalignment or worn suspension bushes. The trend is not worsening mechanically, but these new tyre wear advisories warrant immediate attention to prevent uneven wear from becoming a recurring annual failure point. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 6,582 miles per year, which is typical for a 15-year-old supermini. The record shows a steady climb from 82,696 miles in January 2023 to 98,733 miles in December 2025, covering 16,037 miles across roughly three years. No significant gaps or sudden jumps appear in the data, implying consistent use rather than prolonged standing. The January 2023 test recorded a failure for an obstructed windscreen swept area, a minor issue that was resolved before the same-day retest passed. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on front suspension geometry and tyre condition. The inner-edge wear on both front tyres flagged in December 2025 strongly suggests toe misalignment or deteriorated front suspension bushes, possibly track rod ends or wishbone bushes. Have the front end jacked and checked for play, and inspect the inner sidewalls of all four tyres for feathering or scalloped wear patterns. The light oil misting noted on the offside rear shock absorber in January 2025 at 93,256 miles was advisory only, but given the current mileage of 98,733, that unit may have deteriorated further. Press each corner firmly and check for excessive bounce or visible oil residue around the shock body. Brake components and structural corrosion deserve equal scrutiny on a vehicle of this age and mileage. While no brake defects appear in the record, 98,000 miles on a 2011 chassis means brake discs, calipers, and flexible hoses are well within their wear-out window. Inspect the underside for corrosion on subframes, sills, and suspension mounting points, particularly around the rear beam and front strut towers. The absence of structural advisories so far is encouraging, but a fresh MOT on a 15-year-old car with nearly 100,000 miles demands hands-on verification rather than reliance on paperwork alone.