2011 Vauxhall Agila 1.2L Petrol · YS60 OJC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the history reveals a period of significant mechanical neglect that was recently addressed. The most recent test in August 2025 at 70,183 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the critical failures identified in the previous year have been rectified. However, the overall maintenance trend showed a sharp decline between 2023 and 2024, where the vehicle suffered from multiple component-related failures across the suspension and braking systems. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. This low usage suggests short-distance trips, but it also explains the age-related degradation seen in the records. Between September 2022 at 59,538 miles and September 2024 at 66,866 miles, the car covered only over 7,000 miles, yet this period saw a cluster of issues including perished tyres and corroded brake pipes. These symptoms are common in vehicles sitting for long periods rather than being driven. A buyer must perform a close physical inspection of the braking system, specifically checking for corrosion on brake pipes. The record shows excessive corrosion on both front and rear pipes in 2023 and 2024, along with recurring binding of the rear brakes. While the 2025 test passed, the recurring nature of these faults suggests the vehicle is prone to environmental corrosion. The suspension also requires scrutiny, as the shock absorbers and ball joints were flagged for serious leaks and excessive wear during the 2024 failure. Final attention should be paid to the condition of the tyres and rubber components. The history notes multiple instances of cracking and perishing between 2023 and 2024, which indicates the rubber is drying out due to age despite tread depth. Given the low mileage and the history of corroded coil springs in 2020, the buyer should verify that the structural integrity and suspension mounts remain free from advanced rust that the MOT tester may have missed between inspections.