2019 Vauxhall Corsa MOT pass rate, common failures & what to check
In 2025, 80.2% of Vauxhall Corsas first used in 2019 passed their MOT first time, against 83.5% for all cars first used in 2019. Across 160,167 Corsa first tests from 2023 to 2025, the most common failure areas were visibility (wipers, washers and windscreen), lamps and electrical equipment and tyres.
This page analyses first MOT tests for Vauxhall Corsas first used in 2019 (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 2019 Vauxhall Corsa MOT pass rate has changed
Share of first tests passed in each year, Corsas first used in 2019 against all cars first used in 2019 (any make or fuel; not adjusted for mileage, fuel or use). In 2025 the Corsa figure was 3.3 points lower.
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| Test year | 2019 Corsa | All cars first used 2019 | Corsa first tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89.4% | 89.2% | 2,144 |
| 2022 | 83.8% | 87.8% | 54,072 |
| 2023 | 78.7% | 86.2% | 53,708 |
| 2024 | 81.3% | 84.9% | 53,364 |
| 2025 | 80.2% | 83.5% | 53,095 |
Common 2019 Vauxhall Corsa MOT failures
Share of the 31,953 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively | 27.1% | 8,645 |
| Coil spring: fractured or broken | 11.5% | 3,669 |
| Washers: not working | 7.2% | 2,303 |
| Tread depth: below requirements of 1.6mm | 7.2% | 2,303 |
| Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick | 6.9% | 2,200 |
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 |
From published UK repair-cost guides, checked September 2026. Only jobs with a published typical price are shown.
What to check on a 2019 Vauxhall Corsa before buying
The three areas where failed first tests most often had a fault, 2023–2025.
- 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.
- Lamps and electrics. Ask someone to watch while you work the brake lights, indicators, sidelights, dipped and main beam, and the number-plate lamps.
- Tyres. Worth checking the tread depth across the whole width of each tyre, and the sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
Common 2019 Vauxhall Corsa MOT advisories
Advisories are points the tester noted that did not fail the car. Most common on 2019 Corsas, as a share of all 160,167 first tests, 2023–2025.
| DVSA advisory item | Share of first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge | 13.4% | 21,507 |
| Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing | 10.9% | 17,500 |
| Brake pads: wearing thin | 7.6% | 12,252 |
| Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened | 6.0% | 9,650 |
| Shock absorbers: has light misting of oil | 2.3% | 3,748 |
Questions about the 2019 Vauxhall Corsa MOT
What is the MOT pass rate of a 2019 Vauxhall Corsa?
In 2025, 80.2% of Corsas first used in 2019 passed their MOT first time, against 83.5% for all cars first used in 2019. A car fixed during the test counts as a fail.
What does a 2019 Corsa most often fail its MOT on?
Visibility (wipers, washers and windscreen) (in 39.0% of failed first tests, 2023–2025), lamps and electrical equipment (23.1%) and tyres (21.6%). The single most common item was “Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively” (27.1%).
How often does a 2019 Vauxhall Corsa fail its MOT?
In 2025, 19.8% of first tests on Corsas first used in 2019 did not pass first time: 15.5% failed, and a further 4.3% had a fault fixed during the test (counted as a fail here). Across 2023–2025, 31,953 of 160,167 first tests did not pass first time.
What are the most common 2019 Vauxhall Corsa MOT advisories?
“Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge” (on 13.4% of first tests, 2023–2025), “Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing” (10.9%), “Brake pads: wearing thin” (7.6%), “Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened” (6.0%) and “Shock absorbers: has light misting of oil” (2.3%).
Is a 2019 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 89.4% in 2021 to 80.2% in 2025. For one particular car, its own MOT history matters more than the average.
Other cars first used in 2019
The most-tested cars from the same year. Each page uses the same method.
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