2013 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · OG06 BEE

Recurring issues with the braking system and exhaust integrity define the mechanical history of this vehicle, highlighted by a dangerous failure in November 2025 where the nearside front service brake showed no recorded effort at the wheel. Although the vehicle achieved a pass on 18 November 2025, the record shows a pattern of critical failures and repeated advisories, including insufficient handbrake reserve travel and an inoperative engine management light in previous years. The recorded mileage of 101,496 miles is consistent with the vehicle's thirteen-year age, averaging approximately 7,807 miles per year. This typical usage pattern suggests that drivetrain components, suspension bushes, and braking consumables have been subjected to standard wear and tear. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, but the frequency of failures in the last three years indicates a period of increased component degradation. A test drive should focus heavily on the braking system given the history of fluctuating service brakes and the recent total failure of a front wheel brake. Listen for any unusual noises or blowing sounds from the exhaust system, as a minor leak has been a persistent advisory since 2024. Close inspection of the tyres is required, specifically the inner sidewall of the nearside rear and the condition of the offside rear, as the record notes cuts, perishing, and a slightly distorted road wheel. Further attention should be paid to the wiper linkage, which was flagged as worn in the latest test, and the operation of the front passenger door, which previously failed to open from the inside. While an oil leak from the offside front was noted in 2023, check the engine bay for current evidence of oil misting. Ensure the handbrake holds the vehicle securely on an incline to verify that the previous reserve travel issues have been fully rectified.