2009 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · SL09 FPF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in April 2026, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test cleared the car, the failure just one week prior at 152,107 miles highlighted a significant collapse in the suspension standards. The tester identified fractured coil springs on both axles, excessive play in track rod ends, and worn anti-roll bar linkages. This suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they reach a point of failure rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 152,285 miles over 17 years, the Corsa has averaged approximately 9,000 miles per annum, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for its age. The record shows consistent annual accumulation, with roughly 15,000 miles covered between the April 2025 and April 2026 tests. This steady use indicates the vehicle has not sat for long periods, but the high mileage places significant stress on rubber components and metal fatigue, as evidenced by the specific mechanical failures seen in the MOT history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension assembly. The history shows a persistent progression of corrosion, starting with pitted brake discs and struts in 2023, escalating to a corroded front bonnet by 2025. You should check for deep structural rust on the sills and strut mounting points, as the records repeatedly flag corrosion in these areas. Given the recent oil leak noted in 2025 and the perished rear tyres flagged in 2026, verify that the engine remains dry and that the remaining tyres do not show signs of age-related cracking.