2011 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · NG60 ADO

The vehicle shows signs of a worsening maintenance trend, with the most recent recorded MOT in December 2021 at 102,242 miles failing to address significant structural concerns. While the vehicle passed on 14 December 2021, the tester flagged corrosion on the front sub-frame and the nearside front suspension arm. These issues were first identified during the failure on 13 December 2021, alongside a steering rack with excessive free play. The presence of ongoing corrosion on structural components suggests a lack of preventative underbody care. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 34,086 miles in February 2014 to 102,242 miles by December 2021. However, the MOT data is significantly outdated. Given today's date of 7 August 2026, the last recorded test was over four years ago, meaning the vehicle is currently untested and its legal roadworthiness cannot be verified from this data. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody, specifically focusing on the front sub-frame and suspension arms to ensure the previously noted corrosion has not progressed to a point of structural failure. The history of steering rack issues, including excessive free play and inner joint play noted in 2019 and 2021, necessitates a careful check of the steering response and mechanical play. Recurring failures regarding exhaust emissions and leaks, such as those seen in May 2019, also warrant an inspection of the exhaust system and engine management integrity. Frequent failures regarding tyres and lighting throughout the history suggest a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. The tester repeatedly flagged worn tyres, perished rubber, and inoperative bulbs across multiple years, including 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2020. This indicates that basic consumables were often only addressed when they reached the point of failure. Beyond the structural rust, the buyer should verify the condition of the Macpherson struts and various suspension bushes, as these components have been flagged for wear or deterioration multiple times since 2018.