2014 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · OV64 OGW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean MOT pass on 21 November 2025 at 39,211 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable despite a significant mechanical failure just two days prior to that test. The failure on 19 November 2025 at 39,205 miles resulted from a fractured offside front coil spring, which was rectified immediately to achieve the subsequent pass. This sequence suggests the current owner is responsive to safety-critical defects once identified by the tester. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,268 miles per year. Between November 2022 and November 2025, the car covered only 5,586 miles, indicating very infrequent use or long periods of stationary storage. This low usage typically results in less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though low-mileage cars often suffer from degradation of rubber-based parts and corrosion on brake components due to lack of heat and friction generated during regular operation. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the suspension system, as coil springs are a recurring issue. The November 2023 test at 36,522 miles flagged corrosion on both nearside and offside rear coil springs, followed by the actual fracture of the front offside spring in 2025. This pattern indicates the springs are susceptible to environmental rust or stress fractures. The inspector should also check for signs of seizing on the brake calipers and pitting on the discs, as low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from surface rust and binding when the brakes are not used frequently.