2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · YN16 OTZ

Front‑tyre wear dominates the MOT history, with repeated advisories that both front tyres were “worn close to legal limit” and a 2025 failure for a nearside stop‑lamp fault; the same test date also recorded the tyre advisories, indicating that tyre condition and lighting were the only items preventing a clean pass. Apart from a low‑brake‑pad advisory in 2020, the record shows no structural or emissions failures, suggesting that the vehicle’s core systems have remained within acceptable limits while tyre wear has been the persistent concern. At 58,264 mi for a ten‑year‑old Corsa the annual average is roughly 5,800 mi, well below the typical UK usage rate. Such low mileage can mean reduced cumulative stress on engine, transmission and suspension components, yet the tyre wear pattern does not correlate with low use, implying possible alignment issues, aggressive cornering, or uneven loading. The MOT schedule shows regular annual testing with no significant gaps, confirming consistent road use rather than prolonged storage. Prospective buyers should inspect the front tyres closely: verify tread depth exceeds 3 mm uniformly across the width, look for sidewall cracks or edge wear, and assess whether the wear is symmetrical. Uneven tread loss may point to mis‑aligned steering geometry or worn suspension bushes; a test drive should include a straight‑line run to detect any pull to one side and a gentle sweep over a speed bump to feel for abnormal vibration or knocking from the front end. Confirm that the nearside stop lamp illuminates brightly and that the bulb and connector are secure, as the recent failure suggests a possible intermittent electrical fault. Although the brake‑pad advisory dates back to 2020, the pads may now be approaching the minimum thickness; a visual inspection of the pad material and a firm, non‑pulsating brake pedal under moderate braking will help gauge remaining life. Listen for squealing or grinding, which would indicate worn pads or discs. Given the vehicle’s age, inspect suspension bushings, ball joints and shock absorbers for any looseness, creaking or excessive play, especially when the car is driven over uneven surfaces, as age‑related degradation can emerge even on low‑mileage examples.