2004 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · WN54 LDF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed the most recent test in January 2026 at 73,802 miles, the record shows recurring mechanical issues including a noisy steering knuckle joint and persistent oil leaks. The sequence of failures in early 2025, where the car failed multiple times for emissions, worn brake pads, and lighting defects, suggests that faults are often only addressed once they reach the point of legal failure. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 73,802 miles is exceptionally low, averaging only about 3,355 miles per year. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear. The data confirms this between the January 2024 test at 65,569 miles and the January 2025 test at 69,631 miles, where the tester flagged multiple tyres for cracking, cracking and perishing. This indicates the vehicle likely sits for long periods, causing the tyres to dry rot despite the low distance driven. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the persistent oil leak which has appeared in every test since 2024. The noisy steering knuckle joint reported in January 2026 requires immediate attention as it affects steering precision and safety. Furthermore, the misting on the offside front shock absorber noted in 2025 should be monitored for further leakage which indicates imminent failure. The buyer should also verify the age of all four tyres, as the history shows a consistent pattern of age-related rubber cracking regardless of tread depth.