2010 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · RO60 GKZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight shift towards wear-related defects. In the most recent test in July 2025 at 129,206 miles, the car passed despite faults involving pitted front brake discs and an insecure rear exhaust shield. This marks a departure from the clean records seen between 2022 and 2024, suggesting the vehicle is now entering a phase where components require proactive attention. The recorded mileage of 129,206 miles over 16 years averages to approximately 8,075 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a car of this age. The data shows consistent annual mileage, with roughly 5,000 to 6,000 miles covered between each test interval. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not been subject to long periods of stationary neglect, which often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and brake corrosion, though the high mileage indicates standard mechanical wear. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the 2022 failure identified a worn offside Macpherson strut pin or bush. While this was rectified for the subsequent pass, the recent report of pitted front brake discs in 2025 indicates the braking system is reaching the end of its effective life. The insecure exhaust shield should be checked for secure mounting to ensure it does not cause noise or vibration damage. Given the vehicle's age, a close inspection for structural corrosion on the sills and subframe is essential, as the MOT record does not explicitly detail rust advisories.