2012 Vauxhall Agila 1.2L Petrol · ND12 HCK

The Vauxhall Agila’s most recent MOT test on 2025-05-14 confirms it remains roadworthy with no defects recorded at 39,940 miles. Over the past two years, the vehicle has maintained a clean pass history—no advisories or failures—suggesting consistent compliance with basic MOT standards. However, the duplicate entry for 2024-05-21 (one pass, one fail at identical mileage) is anomalous and warrants clarification, as it implies either an administrative error or a brief period of non-compliance that was swiftly rectified. The absence of recurring faults in recent tests indicates no obvious pattern of neglect, though the lack of advisories in earlier records also means minor issues may have gone unnoticed. The recorded mileage of 39,940 miles over 14 years equates to approximately 2,853 miles annually, which is unusually low for a vehicle of this age. The gaps between tests—particularly the 12-month interval between 2023-03-30 and 2024-05-21—align with legal requirements but do not reveal aggressive usage. The static mileage between 2022 and 2023 (just 2,388 miles over a year) suggests prolonged periods of inactivity, which could accelerate wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake components due to lack of movement. Conversely, the absence of rapid mileage spikes means no extreme stress on drivetrain or braking systems. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension integrity, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, given the low mileage and potential for static-induced degradation. The brakes—though never failed—should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, as the lack of advisories could mask subtle issues. Structural corrosion, especially around wheel arches and sills, is another critical area; the vehicle’s age and mileage pattern increase the risk of hidden rust compromising body panels or subframes. Finally, verify the duplicate 2024 MOT entry to confirm no unresolved faults were overlooked during testing.