2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.6L Petrol · S333 ADT

The June 8 2026 MOT at 77,766 miles passed with no defects, confirming current roadworthiness, yet the same‑day failure at 77,765 miles revealed excessive parking brake lever movement, binding rear brake, worn offside rear brake disc, and parking brake efficiency below 50% of the required value. Repeated brake and suspension issues across 2025 and 2026 suggest a pattern of inconsistent maintenance rather than steady improvement. The vehicle’s mileage has risen from 12,602 miles in March 2019 to 77,766 miles in June 2026, averaging about 7,800 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 2016 model. However, the interval between the June 9 2025 test at 65,316 miles and the June 8 2026 test shows an accumulation of 12,450 miles in roughly eleven months, indicating a period of heavy use or extended driving between inspections. Earlier gaps, such as the 16,042‑mile increase from May 15 2024 to June 9 2025, further highlight irregular mileage accumulation. Recurring faults centre on the rear braking system and steering components: the June 2026 failure listed binding rear brake and excessive parking brake lever movement, while the 2025 failure noted deteriorated dust covers on both front track rod ends, allowing dirt ingress. Repeated advisories on near‑side rear tyre wear close to the legal limit and the presence of nails in tyres from 2022 onward point to neglected tyre maintenance. Additionally, earlier records show light oil misting on the near‑side front shock absorbers and slight perishing of rear tyres, suggesting wear on suspension bushes and coil springs. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear brake assembly for binding calipers, worn discs and proper parking brake adjustment, examine the condition of the track rod end ball joints and surrounding suspension bushes for play or corrosion, verify tyre tread depth and look for embedded objects or damage, and check the chassis for rust around wheel arches and structural members. Confirming the functionality of the parking brake and the integrity of the suspension components will reveal whether the documented advisories reflect resolved issues or ongoing concerns.