2002 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · WG02 ACX

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following its most recent MOT pass on 15 August 2025 at 119,144 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a recurring pattern of immediate failures followed by passes. In both 2024 and 2025, the Corsa failed its initial test but was rectified and passed within days. This suggests that the previous owner addresses specific mechanical or safety faults only when prompted, rather than following a proactive preventative maintenance schedule. At 24 years old, the mileage of 119,144 miles represents an average of approximately 4,964 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent usage intervals, with 3,768 miles covered between August 2023 and August 2024, and another 3,706 miles between August 2024 and 2025. This low annual mileage often reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components but increases the risk of degradation in rubber hoses, seals, and brake components due to periods of inactivity. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on structural integrity and suspension components. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, age-related corrosion on the sills, wheel arches, and underbody mounting points is a primary concern. The inspector should also check for perished suspension bushes and seized brake calipers, which are common on older vehicles that sit infrequently. Since the recent failures did not list specific defects in this summary, a manual check for fluid leaks and uneven tyre wear is essential to ensure no underlying mechanical issues remain hidden.