2012 Vauxhall Agila 1.0L Petrol · NU62 XRW

This Vauxhall Agila has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness trend over the past three MOT cycles, with the most recent test on 2025-10-28 confirming no defects and a clean pass. The absence of advisories or repeated failures across consecutive tests suggests the vehicle has not suffered from systemic mechanical or structural issues during its most recent inspections. However, the single failure on 2024-10-16—without recorded defects—raises a minor red flag, as it indicates either an administrative oversight or a non-critical issue that did not meet MOT failure thresholds. The vehicle’s compliance with emissions and basic safety checks in the last two tests is reassuring, though the lack of specific fault codes means critical components like suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake binding remain untested for wear beyond the MOT’s surface-level assessment. The recorded mileage of 74,329 miles over approximately 14 years—roughly 5,300 miles annually—sits at the lower end of expected wear for this model’s age, implying either light usage or prolonged periods of inactivity. The most notable gap in the record is between 2022-10-17 and 2023-10-19, where the vehicle accumulated just over 2,000 miles before its next test, a pattern that repeats in the following cycle. This suggests the car was either stored or driven infrequently during those periods, which could accelerate certain forms of degradation, such as tyre degradation from prolonged static loading or suspension corrosion from moisture accumulation. The consistent annual testing cadence, however, indicates at least a basic adherence to MOT requirements. Given the sparse MOT history, a prospective buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear components that are not routinely checked in standard MOTs. The suspension—particularly the rear bushes and coil springs—should be examined for excessive play or corrosion, as these are common failure points in this model after 14 years. Brake discs and calipers warrant close scrutiny for uneven wear or binding, especially if the vehicle has experienced extended periods of disuse. Structural integrity, particularly around the wheel arches and sills, should be assessed for corrosion, as rust can compromise the chassis over time. Tyre condition, despite the low mileage, must be verified, as the absence of tread-related failures in MOTs could mask uneven wear or age-related degradation. Finally, the exhaust system should be inspected for leaks or rust holes, as emissions-related failures are not always recorded in the MOT history.