2015 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · YR15 PDY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in March 2026 at 48,149 miles, it had failed just four days prior due to significant suspension failures. The tester identified a broken offside front coil spring, a seriously leaking shock absorber, and excessive play in the Macpherson strut. Although these primary mechanical failures were addressed, the recurring nature of minor defects suggests the vehicle is only maintained when necessary for legal compliance. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old car, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. There is a significant gap of over 10,000 miles between January 2024 and February 2025, followed by another 8,300-mile stretch in the final year. This low usage explains the recurring issues with rubber-based components. The record consistently flags perishing and cracking on tyres from 2024 through 2026, indicating that the rubber is degrading due to age despite potentially having sufficient tread depth. A buyer must personally inspect the front suspension thoroughly to ensure the recent repairs to the coil spring and shock absorber have resolved the underlying play. The corrosion on the nearside front bumper mountings remains an ongoing advisory and should be monitored for structural spread into the main bodywork. Specific attention should also be paid to the nearside door mirror glass and the nearside headlamp, as both were flagged as insecure in the latest test. Given the history of perishing tyres and split track rod boots, a comprehensive check of all sidewalls and rubber bushings is essential to ensure they are not nearing the point of failure.