Used Rear shock absorbers

[bob beach]

Would it be ok to use used shock absorbers from a breakers or a bit suspect as they could be very very old with high mileage ? my Corsa is a b reg and only used for school runs etc cheers

[johnny]

There very easy to test

To bench-test a shock absorber, position it in the same direction it's installed in the vehicle, then extend it fully. Next, turn it upside down and fully compress it. Repeat several times. Replace the shock absorber if there's a lag or skip near the midstroke as the shaft changes direction, the shaft seizes at any point in its travel (except at the ends), any noise other than a swish or click is heard when the stroke is reversed rapidly, any leaks are observed or the action remains erratic after purging air