2011 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · WV61 UGM

The vehicle presents a marginal roadworthiness status, as the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. While the latest test in October 2025 at 88,858 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure just one week prior where multiple critical defects were identified. The trend shows that the vehicle is consistently flagged for steering linkage and suspension-related issues, suggesting that components are only addressed when they reach the point of an MOT failure. At 88,858 miles, this 15-year-old Corsa has covered a low average of approximately 6,000 miles per year. The mileage progression is relatively consistent, with roughly 11,000 miles recorded between October 2023 and October 2024, and another 11,000 miles in the following year. However, the low annual-mileage appears to have contributed to age-related degradation, evidenced by the perishing tyres and the leaking shock absorber noted in the late 2025 test records. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the steering geometry, as the record shows recurring play in the inner steering ball joints and track rod ends across three consecutive years. The 2025 failure specifically highlighted a serious fluid leak on the offside rear shock absorber, which should be verified as replaced to ensure vehicle stability and safety. Further inspection of the parking brake system is also required following the efficiency failure in October 2025, to ensure there are no underlying mechanical faults or seized calipers. The presence of cracking and perishing on the rear tyres indicates the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods, which can affect rubber components and seals throughout. The buyer should also check the condition of the windscreen wipers and washer system, as these were previously flagged for poor performance. Given the history of low oil levels and broken headlight mounts, a thorough check of the engine bay and exterior trim is essential to ensure no neglected maintenance has been overlooked.