2017 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · RO17 WRA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a recent decline in proactive care. While the car passed its latest MOT in March 2025 at 66,482 miles, the failure recorded just one day prior reveals a significant neglect of basic consumables. The tester flagged all four tyres for exposed cords or perishing, alongside parking brake inefficiency and adjustment issues. This suggests that the previous owner deferred essential repairs until the legal test deadline, rather than performing routine maintenance between annual intervals. At 66,482 miles over nine years, the car has averaged approximately 7,400 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a small hatchback. The mileage data shows a steady progression, with roughly 8,500 miles driven between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 8,900 miles between March 2024 and 2025. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, though the age of the components, particularly the perished tyres, indicates that rubber elements are failing despite the relatively low mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking system. The 2024 advisory noted oil misting on the nearside shock absorber and deteriorated track rod end dust covers, which should be checked for signs of active leaks or play. Because the nearside front brake disc was flagged as pitted and scored in the 2025 test, the buyer should verify if the disc and pads were replaced. Given the previous failure of the parking brake and the poor state of the four tyres, a professional check of the handbrake mechanism and the remaining tread depth of the current rubber is highly recommended before purchase.