2012 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · MV62 PLZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in February 2026 at 92,522 miles showed an initial failure due to a defective nearside headlamp, an insecure offside front bumper, and a nail in the tyre. While it passed immediately upon these repairs, the recurring nature of minor electrical and trim defects suggests that issues are only addressed once they result in an MOT test failure. At 92,522 miles over 14 years, the Corsa has averaged approximately 6,600 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-to-moderate usage. The mileage accumulation is steady, with a gap of roughly 4,600 miles between April 2024 and March 2025, and another 4,700 miles between March 2025 and February 2026. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle may sit for extended periods, which often correlates with the surface corrosion and rubber component degradation seen in the record. A buyer should specifically inspect the braking system and suspension, as the record shows a long-term trend of wear. The tester flagged pitted and scored front brake discs consistently from 2020, 2021, and 2023. The 2023 failure for a serious fluid leak on the nearside rear shock absorber indicates that the suspension components are reaching the end of their functional life. The exhaust flexi-pipe leak noted in March 2025 should also be checked to ensure corrosion has not progressed into a larger structural failure of the exhaust system. The history also highlights inconsistent attention to tyre maintenance, with multiple entries for low tread and under-inflation between 2019 and 2023. The recent report of an insecure bumper and deteriorated registration plates suggests a decline in the physical integrity of the plastic trims and mounting hardware. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough inspection of the underbody for structural rust and mounting corrosion is essential, as the MOT record does not provide detail on the state of the chassis beyond the failure points.