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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Vauxhall Corsavan. Check any Corsavan by registration number below.

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62.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-19.1%

vs Vauxhall Avg

16

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Vauxhall Corsavan — MOT Reliability Overview

The Vauxhall Corsavan has an average MOT pass rate of 62.9%, which is 19.1 percentage points below the Vauxhall brand average of 82.0%. This suggests the Corsavan can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Vauxhall Corsavan fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement. If you are preparing your Corsavan for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Vauxhall Corsavan, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Vauxhall Corsavan performs at MOT across different model years.

2017

Based on 103 vehicles

75.7%Good
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

32.1%

2016

Based on 160 vehicles

82.5%Good
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

17.4%

2015

Based on 38 vehicles

86.8%Excellent
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

20.0%

2012

Based on 701 vehicles

65.3%Average
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

7.3%

Retest Rate

34.2%

Mileage at 10yr

166k mi

2011

Based on 1,464 vehicles

64.7%Below Average
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

30.8%

2010

Based on 1,279 vehicles

63.3%Below Average
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

7.9%

Retest Rate

33.3%

2009

Based on 1,373 vehicles

65.0%Average
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

7.0%

Retest Rate

30.8%

2008

Based on 1,752 vehicles

62.0%Below Average
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

7.6%

Retest Rate

32.1%

2007

Based on 1,125 vehicles

60.0%Below Average
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

39.2%

2006

Based on 795 vehicles

55.2%Below Average
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

11.5%

Retest Rate

36.5%

2005

Based on 391 vehicles

57.3%Below Average
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

12.4%

Retest Rate

34.3%

2004

Based on 213 vehicles

59.2%Below Average
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

9.0%

Retest Rate

28.7%

2003

Based on 266 vehicles

56.8%Below Average
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

11.9%

Retest Rate

33.6%

2002

Based on 132 vehicles

43.9%Poor
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

45.6%

2001

Based on 38 vehicles

36.8%Poor
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

13.0%

Retest Rate

39.1%

0

Based on 6,164 vehicles

71.2%Average
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Mileage at 5yr

122k mi

Top MOT Failures — Vauxhall Corsavan

The most common reasons a Vauxhall Corsavan fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

8.3%
2

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

5.8%
3

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

5.1%
4

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

4.6%
5

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

4.5%

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

7.8%

Front Nearside

5.8%

Nearside

3.9%

Vauxhall Corsavan — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Vauxhall Corsavan MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Vauxhall Corsavan?
The average MOT pass rate for the Vauxhall Corsavan is 62.9% compared to the Vauxhall average of 82.0%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Corsavan?
The most common MOT failures on the Vauxhall Corsavan are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (8.3%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (5.8%), Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (5.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Vauxhall Corsavan reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 62.9%, the Vauxhall Corsavan is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Vauxhall Corsavan?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Vauxhall Corsavan?
Typical mileage for the Vauxhall Corsavan: 165,866 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Corsavan to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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