2010 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · YC10 BYZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the most recent inspection reveals a lapse in preventative maintenance. While the car passed its MOT in January 2026 at 76,333 miles, it failed earlier that same day due to multiple mechanical and lighting defects. The failure on the offside front headlamp aim and the rear suspension arm bushes suggests that the vehicle was driven with known faults prior to the passing result, indicating that the owner only addressed issues once forced by the tester. The mileage profile is notably low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,770 miles per year. Between June 2022 and June 2024, the car covered 10,931 miles, showing a consistent pattern of light usage. However, the gap of 4,949 miles recorded between June 2024 and January 2026 alongside low mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and age-related corrosion, which aligns with the recent discovery of suspension-related mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry to verify the repairs made in January 2026. The tester flagged both the nearside and offside front suspension arm pins as likely to become detached, alongside a rear bush failure. You should check for excessive play in the control arms and signs of perished or torn rubber bushings, as these are age-related failures regardless of the low mileage. Additionally, inspect the chassis for structural integrity and surface rust, as low-mileage vehicles that sit for long periods often suffer from corrosion in hidden areas.