2014 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · OY64 DFJ

The most recent DVSA test on 29 September 2025 recorded a Pass, indicating that the vehicle met the statutory road‑worthiness criteria at that date. However, the preceding three years show a pattern of intermittent failures: major defects on the nearside front track‑rod end ball joint and wiper in 2025, missing brake‑pedal anti‑slip provision and inadequate washer fluid in 2024, and dual headlamp failures in 2023, together with recurring minor plate‑lamp faults and advisories on front upper MacPherson strut pins in 2022. This sequence suggests a maintenance record that has been reactive rather than proactive, with recent repairs apparently sufficient to clear the MOT but with underlying wear that could re‑emerge if not addressed. At 129 613 miles the car averages roughly 10 800 miles per year, a usage level that is typical for a 2014 model. There are no obvious mileage gaps that would imply long periods of storage, so the wear on consumables such as tyres, brakes and suspension components is likely to be proportional to the recorded distance. The mileage does not, in itself, raise red flags, but the combination of age and moderate use means that age‑related degradation – rubber hardening, corrosion and fluid breakdown – should be expected. Prospective buyers should give particular attention to the front suspension and steering assembly. The nearside front track‑rod end ball joint that previously exhibited excessive play must be inspected for looseness, audible clunking when steering over bumps, and uneven tyre wear on the front left wheel. The advisory notes on both upper MacPherson strut pins indicate that the bushings are already worn; while they did not cause excess movement at the last test, further deterioration can lead to a loose feel, squeaks, or premature tyre wear, and may require replacement of the strut mounts or bushings. Verify that the brake pedal anti‑slip plate has been reinstated, as its absence can affect pedal feel and increase the risk of premature wear on the brake pads; a firm, consistent pedal response without pulsation should be confirmed during a test drive. Electrical and ancillary items also merit scrutiny. Confirm that both headlamps illuminate correctly on dipped beam and that the nearside wiper now clears the windscreen fully; any residual wobble or streaking may point to a failing motor or worn blade. The registration‑plate lamp should be operational, and the washer system must deliver a steady spray – a weak or intermittent flow often signals a clogged nozzle or a failing pump. Finally, given the vehicle’s age, examine the tyre sidewalls for cracking or dry rot, check the battery terminals for corrosion and assess the overall state of the 12 V battery, and ensure that engine oil, coolant and brake fluid have been changed within the recommended intervals, as calendar‑based fluid degradation can compromise reliability even on a relatively low‑mileage car.