2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,395 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 15.5% in the 60-90k group versus 7.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 6.6% | 224 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.9% | 97 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.8% | 96 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.8% | 61 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.4% | 49 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.5% | 17 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 246 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 80 |
| 3 | Coil spring | 48 |
| 4 | Washers | 40 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 29 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 24 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 20.3% | 689 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.5% | 324 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.0% | 135 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.7% | 93 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.7% | 92 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.3% | 10 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 2,605 | 7.3% |
| 30-60k | 711 | 13.4% |
| 60-90k | 71 | 15.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 823 | 5.2% |
| 2023 | 859 | 9.8% |
| 2024 | 854 | 9.8% |
| 2025 | 854 | 10.2% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Corsa Griffin Auto
Before buying a 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 6.6% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (6.6% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (2.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (2.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Autos pass their MOT?
91.2% of the 3,395 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto?
Visibility, recorded in 6.6% of tests, followed by tyres (2.9%).
Does the 2019 Corsa Griffin Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.3% in the 0-30k band to 15.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,395 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.