2009 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · YK09 XSW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the record shows a shift toward mechanical wear in the most recent inspection. The last MOT conducted in March 2022 at 84,972 miles identified several developing issues that were absent in previous years. Specifically, the tester flagged corrosion on both front coil springs, a minor leak in the rear exhaust, and pitted or scored front brake discs. While the car passed, these entries indicate that the lower suspension and braking system are beginning to degrade due to age rather than high mileage intensity. The mileage profile is notably low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per annum. There are significant gaps in usage between 2017 and 2019, where the car covered only 2,100 miles over two years, followed by increased use between 2019 and 2022, covering 11,502 miles in three years. This low-use pattern often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals despite low mechanical mileage, as evidenced by the perished rear tyres noted in the 2013 test. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry and braking components. The 2014 failure regarding movement in the Macpherson strut mounts suggests a history of play in the upper assemblies which should be re-checked against the current corroded coil springs. Given the 2022 report of worn discs, the entire front braking system should be evaluated for thickness and to ensure the pitting has not progressed into structural failure. Additionally, the exhaust system requires a visual check to ensure the previously noted minor leak has not expanded into a significant failure of the manifold or silencer.