2009 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · PJ59 WMF

The 2026‑04‑20 MOT at 53,977 miles recorded a clean pass with no defects, indicating that the vehicle is presently roadworthy; however, the history shows a pattern of intermittent faults rather than a steady improvement. At 17 years old, the 53,977‑mile odometer translates to an average of about 3,175 miles per year, a figure that is low for the model's age and suggests the car has spent considerable time stationary; mileage increments are relatively even, with the jump from 22,374 miles on 5 March 2015 to 25,855 miles on 13 November 2015 representing a 3,500‑mile rise in eight months, while later intervals such as the 2,100‑mile increase between 23 May 2023 and 9 May 2024 show consistent use without prolonged idle periods. A buyer should therefore focus on the recurring mechanical concerns: the 2025 rear shock absorber oil misting points to potential leakage in the rear suspension bushes and shock seals, the 2024 wiper smearing indicates worn linkage or blade condition, the 2023 thin front brake pads and pitted disc, the 2021 perishing rear tyre and cracked sidewall, the 2015 broken near‑side front coil spring, and the 2019 brake efficiency failure, all of which merit close inspection for wear, corrosion, and structural integrity. Given the documented suspension and brake wear combined with tyre perishing, the purchaser ought to verify the condition of rear shock absorbers, suspension mounting points, brake pad thickness, disc surface, tyre tread depth and sidewall health, and confirm that the braking system delivers balanced effort across both axles before finalising the purchase.