2014 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · OV64 OGT

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass in September 2025 at 106,311 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement after a period of reactive repairs. While the 2023 test revealed multiple critical failures involving lighting, exhaust, and braking, the most recent inspection indicates that the immediate issues from previous years were rectified, with no new defects recorded. This suggests the current owner is willing to address mechanical faults once they are flagged by the tester. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's twelve year age, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 100,173 miles in September 2023 to 103,937 miles in 2024, and finally to 106,311 miles in September 2025. This regularity indicates consistent operation rather than long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for the preservation of rubber components and brake seals to prevent premature seizing. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the September 2025 failure identified damaged track rod end ball joint dust covers on both sides. Although these were replaced to achieve the pass, the simultaneous wear of both components suggests general age-related component degradation. The braking system also warrants a close look; the 2023 record noted thin front pads and insufficient handbrake travel, so the buyer must verify that the handbrake mechanism is properly adjusted and the pads currently have adequate life. The 2023 failure regarding a major exhaust leak and a high lambda sensor reading indicates that the exhaust and emissions management system were previously under stress. While the car passed the subsequent test, a physical inspection should check for any residual corrosion or soot marks around the rear exhaust manifold joint. Given the history of worn front tyres in 2023, the current tread depth and wear patterns should be measured to ensure the alignment is not causing uneven tyre degradation.