2011 Vauxhall Agila 1.0L Petrol · WN61 ACF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on June 11, 2026 at 37,539 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent period of instability after a significant failure just one day prior. That failure identified multiple critical issues, including an inoperative nearside stop lamp, insufficient parking brake efficiency, and engine management faults involving the lambda sensor and malfunction indicator light. While the car passed immediately after these repairs, the presence of multiple electronic and braking failures in a single session suggests that mechanical oversight may be neglected until the MOT test date. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,500 miles per year. This low usage is consistent across the decade, moving from 22,305 miles in 2015 to just over 37,500 miles in 2026. While low mileage typically indicates less wear on the drivetrain, it introduces risks related to age. The 2023 test at 35,388 miles flagged perishing on both rear tyres, which is a common symptom of a vehicle that sits for long periods without being driven regularly. A buyer must inspect the vehicle for signs of age-related degradation. The 2025 test at 37,030 miles noted corroded rear brake pipes covered in grease, which often indicates an attempt to hide structural rust from the tester. Given the recent parking brake failure in June 2026, the mechanical linkage should be thoroughly checked for adjustment issues or seized components. Additionally, the engine management system should be monitored for recurring faults to ensure the lambda sensor and MIL light issues were properly resolved rather than merely cleared.