2015 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · SM15 OOH

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend characterized by recurring suspension and tyre issues. While the most recent test on 2 December 2025 at 69,136 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed earlier that same day due to a corroded offside rear coil spring, an inoperative registration plate lamp, and a damaged offside rear tyre. This pattern of failing on known issues and then passing suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to maintenance. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,285 miles per year. The record shows steady progress from 22,259 miles in June 2018 to the current 69,136 miles in December 2025. There are no significant gaps in testing history, indicating the vehicle has been in regular use. However, the low annual mileage may explain the recurring advisories regarding tyre perishing and cracking, as tyres can degrade from age and lack of movement even without high mileage. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension system. The MOT history shows a persistent issue with coil springs, with failures recorded for a fractured nearside front spring in December 2020, an offside front spring in December 2022, and a corroded offside rear spring in both December 2024 and December 2025. This repetitive failure suggests that the suspension components are reaching the end of their service life or that environmental factors are accelerating corrosion. The steering and tyre condition also require close scrutiny. The December 2024 test flagged excessive play in the offside track rod end ball joint, and the recurring advisories for perishing tyres suggest that rubber components may be aged beyond their optimal use. Check the underside for signs of structural corrosion and ensure that all recent repairs, specifically the coil springs and track rod ends, were carried out to a professional standard.