2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · SJ16 LRY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in February 2026 at 61,982 miles resulted in a pass only after an initial failure. This failure identified an inoperative offside registration plate lamp, an incorrectly fitted nearside headlamp, and a deteriorated offside track rod end ball joint dust cover. While the car passed after these corrections, the presence of multiple failures suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical issues once they threaten the MOT certificate status. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. There is a notable period of low usage between 2019 and 2021, where the car covered only 3,584 miles in two years. However, usage increased significantly after 2021, with the mileage jumping from 20,648 to over 61,000 miles in five years. This increase in annual mileage correlates with the appearance of wear-related faults in the suspension and braking components noted in the more recent inspection records. A buyer should focus specifically on the front suspension and braking system during a physical inspection. The record shows recurring issues with the nearside front top mount, which appeared in 2025 and persisted into 2026, indicating the component has not been properly replaced or secured. The 2025 failure also highlighted a significant brake imbalance of 51% across the axle and oil misting on the offside front strut. You must verify that the strut has not developed a more significant leak and ensure the brakes have been properly serviced, as the previous history suggests uneven wear and potential caliper binding issues.