2013 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · WP63 UTA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 72,400 miles, it failed just two miles prior due to multiple significant issues including an engine management light fault and lighting failures. The trend for structural and mechanical components is stable but concerning, as recurring defects regarding sub-frame corrosion and coil springs persist across multiple years without being fully addressed until they reach a failure threshold. At 72,400 miles, this 13-year-old Corsa has covered low mileage, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage, with roughly 2,000 miles driven between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests. However, the low mileage appears to correlate with age-related rubber degradation, as evidenced by the perishing and cracking rear tyres noted in late 2024, which often occurs when a vehicle sits for long periods rather than being driven high distances. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the structural integrity and suspension components. The front sub-frame has been flagged for corrosion in three consecutive years, requiring a physical check to ensure the rust has not progressed beyond "not seriously weakened." The rear coil springs were noted as corroded in 2024, and the offside front Macpherson strut was found excessively worn in late 2025. Additionally, the front oil leak reported in the 2025 test should be monitored to ensure it does not escalate into a significant failure, despite the tester deeming it non-excess at the time.