2007 Vauxhall Corsa MOT pass rate, common failures & what to check
In 2025, 52.5% of Vauxhall Corsas first used in 2007 passed their MOT first time, against 57.4% for all cars first used in 2007. Across 100,577 Corsa first tests from 2023 to 2025, the most common failure areas were lamps and electrical equipment, suspension and visibility (wipers, washers and windscreen).
This page analyses first MOT tests for Vauxhall Corsas first used in 2007 (all trims grouped): 2021 to 2025 for the pass-rate trend, and 2023 to 2025 for the failure and advisory analysis — plus what is worth checking before you buy one.
Data: DVSA anonymised MOT tests to December 2025 · Calculated by SortedCars · Updated October 2026
How the 2007 Vauxhall Corsa MOT pass rate has changed
Share of first tests passed in each year, Corsas first used in 2007 against all cars first used in 2007 (any make or fuel; not adjusted for mileage, fuel or use). In 2025 the Corsa figure was 4.9 points lower.
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| Test year | 2007 Corsa | All cars first used 2007 | Corsa first tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 50.3% | 56.8% | 54,716 |
| 2022 | 51.8% | 57.2% | 47,345 |
| 2023 | 52.0% | 57.0% | 40,420 |
| 2024 | 52.6% | 56.9% | 33,451 |
| 2025 | 52.5% | 57.4% | 26,706 |
Common 2007 Vauxhall Corsa MOT failures
Share of the 47,951 failed first tests (2023–2025) with at least one failure in each area. A test can fail in more than one area, so the shares add up to more than 100%.
Most common failure items
| DVSA failure item | Share of failed first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Coil spring: fractured or broken | 17.3% | 8,290 |
| Position lamp: not working | 14.3% | 6,848 |
| Stop lamp: not working | 13.1% | 6,283 |
| Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid | 10.0% | 4,817 |
| Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak | 8.1% | 3,903 |
Item names are DVSA’s own wording. 2023–2025 combined.
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Typical repair costs for common MOT failures
Typical UK garage prices for the job, not for a Corsa in particular, and not a quote.
| Failure item | Typical job | Typical UK price | Usual range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coil spring: fractured or broken | Coil spring replacement | £248 | £175–£400 |
| Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak | Shock absorber replacement | £300 | £200–£500 |
From published UK repair-cost guides, checked September 2026. Only jobs with a published typical price are shown.
What to check on a 2007 Vauxhall Corsa before buying
The three areas where failed first tests most often had a fault, 2023–2025.
- Lamps and electrics. Ask someone to watch while you work the brake lights, indicators, sidelights, dipped and main beam, and the number-plate lamps.
- Suspension. Worth looking behind the front wheels with a torch at the coil springs, and listening for knocks over bumps on the test drive.
- Wipers and windscreen. Worth checking that the wipers clear the screen cleanly, that the washers work, and that there are no chips or cracks in the driver’s view.
Common 2007 Vauxhall Corsa MOT advisories
Advisories are points the tester noted that did not fail the car. Most common on 2007 Corsas, as a share of all 100,577 first tests, 2023–2025.
| DVSA advisory item | Share of first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil leaks: leak, but not excessive | 23.7% | 23,883 |
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge | 17.3% | 17,395 |
| Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing | 15.0% | 15,038 |
| Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened | 9.1% | 9,184 |
| Shock absorbers: has light misting of oil | 8.0% | 8,023 |
Questions about the 2007 Vauxhall Corsa MOT
What is the MOT pass rate of a 2007 Vauxhall Corsa?
In 2025, 52.5% of Corsas first used in 2007 passed their MOT first time, against 57.4% for all cars first used in 2007. A car fixed during the test counts as a fail.
What does a 2007 Corsa most often fail its MOT on?
Lamps and electrical equipment (in 49.9% of failed first tests, 2023–2025), suspension (45.2%) and visibility (wipers, washers and windscreen) (19.4%). The single most common item was “Coil spring: fractured or broken” (17.3%).
How often does a 2007 Vauxhall Corsa fail its MOT?
In 2025, 47.5% of first tests on Corsas first used in 2007 did not pass first time: 36.6% failed, and a further 10.8% had a fault fixed during the test (counted as a fail here). Across 2023–2025, 47,951 of 100,577 first tests did not pass first time.
What are the most common 2007 Vauxhall Corsa MOT advisories?
“Engine oil leaks: leak, but not excessive” (on 23.7% of first tests, 2023–2025), “Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge” (17.3%), “Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing” (15.0%), “Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened” (9.1%) and “Shock absorbers: has light misting of oil” (8.0%).
Is a 2007 Vauxhall Corsa reliable?
An MOT pass rate shows what failed at the test, not how reliable a car is. For this group of cars the first-time pass rate went from 50.3% in 2021 to 52.5% in 2025. For one particular car, its own MOT history matters more than the average.
Other cars first used in 2007
The most-tested cars from the same year. Each page uses the same method.
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