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Vauxhall Corsa Sport Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Corsa Sport reliable? We analysed 277 real MOT tests across 112 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 277 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.9%
Typical Mileage
35,194mi
Annual Mileage
5,862mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Corsa Sport is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Corsa Sport.

Specifications

Vauxhall Corsa Sport — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Vauxhall Corsa Sport — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1398cc
Engine
90bhp
Power
13.2sec
0–62 mph
49.6mpg
Combined
131g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1398cc
Power
90 BHP
0–62 mph
13.2 sec
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Red
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
49.6 mpg
Urban
38.2 mpg
Extra-urban
58.9 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1784

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
131 g/km Band E
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
7 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Vauxhall Corsa Sport record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Vauxhall Corsa Sport Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Corsa Sport. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Vauxhall Corsa Sport Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Corsa Sport owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,461 mi/yr
Typical
5,862 mi/yr
Average
6,704 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,406 mi/yr

Vauxhall Corsa Sport Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Corsa Sport MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
35,194 mi
75th Percentile
48,618 mi
95th Percentile
72,706 mi
Max Recorded
113,707 mi

How Does the Vauxhall Corsa Sport Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Vauxhall Corsa Sport THIS CAR 93.9% 277 35,194 mi — yrs
Vauxhall Corsa 69.7% 26,893,546 58,908 mi 33 yrs
Vauxhall Astra 71.9% 25,288,868 76,280 mi 34 yrs
Vauxhall Zafira 71.9% 8,488,627 75,062 mi 27 yrs
Suzuki Rmz 86.1% 482 1,381 mi 19 yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Corsa Sport outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Corsa Sport?

The Vauxhall Corsa Sport has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.9% across 277 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Vauxhall Corsa Sport owner drives around 5,862 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Vauxhall Corsa Sport — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Corsa Sport reliable?
Based on 277 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Corsa Sport has a 93.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Corsa Sport?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Corsa Sport do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Corsa Sport does around 5,862 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Corsa Sport last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Corsa Sport?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.