2014 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · WM14 DVZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test on 23 October 2025 at 76,698 miles passed only after a failure just eight days prior. That failure was triggered by a fractured offside front coil spring, a damaged track rod end dust cover, and perished rear tyres. While the immediate issues were addressed, the recurrence of suspension faults suggests the owner only attends to mechanical components when they threaten an MOT pass result. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twelve-year-old city car, averaging approximately 6,400 miles per year. There is a notable gap of over 7,000 miles between April 2023 and March 2024, followed by another 7,300 miles leading up to the October 2025 tests. This relatively low annual mileage explains the condition of the rubber components, such as the perished tyres and coolant leak noted in March 2024, which indicates the cooling system seals and hoses may be suffering from age-related degradation despite the low odometer reading. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the suspension for signs of further corrosion or play, as the broken coil spring and worn track rod end indicate the front end components are reaching the end of their life. The cooling system requires a pressure test to ensure the coolant leak identified in 2024 was fully rectified and not merely masked. Given the history of inoperative bulbs and wipers in 2023, the entire electrical check and wiper assembly should be verified for basic neglect, which is common in vehicles that spend long periods sitting.