2011 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · SB60 WBO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in July 2025 with 82,464 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows improvement following a period of reactive repairs in 2023. While the car failed its test in March 2023 due to lighting issues and exhaust leaks, the subsequent passes indicate that the owner addressed these specific faults and maintained the vehicle through the following inspection cycles. At 15 years old, the recorded mileage of 82,464 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,500 miles. The data shows a significant gap in usage between March 2023 and July 2024, where the car covered only 6,791 miles in over sixteen months. This low mileage often correlates with less wear on drivetrain components, but it increases the risk of age-related material degradation, as evidenced by the 2023 advisory regarding a tyre over a decade old despite likely sufficient tread depth. A buyer must prioritise the structural integrity of the front sub-frame, which was flagged for corrosion in July 2024 at 80,671 miles. Although the tester deemed it not seriously weakened at that time, corrosion on Vauxhall sub-frames is progressive and requires close monitoring for thinning. The inspection should also verify the gearbox oil seals, as the 2023 record noted non-excessive leaks that have not been explicitly cleared as repaired or monitored in the later tests. The exhaust system shows a history of failure, including split flexibles and corroded joints between 2023 and 2024. While the vehicle passed the 2025 test, the buyer should check for new leaks or soot marks that might indicate a recurring issue. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, rubber components such as suspension bushes should also be inspected for cracking, as these parts fail due to time rather than through mechanical wear.