2011 Vauxhall Corsa 1.0L Petrol · YP11 AAY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in November 2025 at 71,698 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test recorded no defects, the vehicle failed just four days prior due to a fractured offside front coil spring. This repeats a previous failure from September 2021, suggesting the owner only addresses critical mechanical components when they result in an MOT failure. The mileage profile is notably low for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,800 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual testing, moving from 38,530 miles in 2016 to 71,698 miles in late 2025. This low usage often results in less mechanical wear on drivetrain components, but it frequently correlates with rubber-related degradation and fluid leaks, as evidenced by the perishing tyres and corrosion issues noted between 2022 and 2023. A buyer should closely inspect the front suspension assembly, as the offside front coil spring has proven as a recurring failure point over four years. The 2022 record also flagged a worn nearside Macpherson strut pin and bush alongside fluctuating front brakes, which indicate the front end components are prone to age-related fatigue. Additionally, the history of an oil leak in 2022 warrants a thorough check of the engine seals and sump gasket to ensure the condition has not worsened over time. Tyre maintenance also shows a history of neglect, with multiple failures for being worn to legal limits or sustaining damage between 2018 and 2024. Given the low mileage, the sidewalls are likely to dry out and crack despite having sufficient tread depth. The buyer must verify the headlamp alignment and ensure the engine management system is functioning correctly, as these were specific points of failure in previous inspections.