2014 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · PK14 XPH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed its most recent MOT in May 2026 at 97,124 miles, it had failed just eight days prior at 96,916 miles. This failure revealed multiple steering and suspension defects, including worn anti-roll bar linkages and a loose nearside track rod end. These faults suggest that the owner only addresses mechanical defects once they reach the point of legal failure, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,100 miles per year. There is a significant gap of over 10,000 miles between June 2024 and June 2025, followed by another 15,000 miles in the final year leading up to the 2026 tests. This recent surge in usage explains the accelerated wear on rubber components and ball joints, specifically the rapid degradation of the suspension and steering geometry noted in the latest records. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the offside front shock absorber has been flagged for oil misting in both 2024 and 2025. This persistence suggests the seal is nearing failure and the unit will soon require replacement. The May 2026 advisory also notes pitted and scored front brake discs, which indicates long periods of sitting causing corrosion or heavy braking. Given the previous failure of track rod ends and anti-roll bar links, a thorough check of the steering linkage is essential to ensure no further play has developed since the recent repairs.