2010 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · SH10 KKO

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of recurring minor faults and neglect. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 66,927 miles passed, it followed a failure just three days prior. This failure identified a brake imbalance across the rear axle which appears to have been addressed to secure compliance. The record suggests that while the owner responds to MOT failures, the vehicle suffers from reactive maintenance rather than proactive preventative care. At 16 years old with only 66,927 miles, this Corsa has covered exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 4,183 miles per year. This low usage pattern is evident in the narrow gaps between tests, such as the mere 22 miles driven between the August 2025 failure and the subsequent September pass. However, such low mileage on an older vehicle often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber and fluids. The 2023 failure regarding a perished rear tyre confirms that the rubber is cracking due to time rather than tread depth-related wear. A buyer must pay close attention to the persistent corrosion issues and braking system. The nearside front Macpherson strut was flagged for corrosion in both August and September 2025; although not yet seriously weakened, this indicates the beginning of structural decay that will eventually accelerate. Additionally, both rear brake hoses show corrosion at the ferrules. These components should be inspected for bulging or fluid weeping, as corroded hydraulic lines are prone to sudden failure. The oil leak has been a constant presence in every test since at least 2023. While the tester has consistently classified this as not excessive, its persistence over several years suggests aging seals or gaskets that are slowly failing. A physical inspection is required to determine the source of the leak and to ensure it is not affecting auxiliary components or drive belts. Given the low mileage and high age, the vehicle likely suffers from dry seals and perished rubber components that a standard MOT test does not fully capture.