2021 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Turbo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,752 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Turbo, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, brakes and tyres. Its pass rate of 89.6% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 15.4% in the 60-90k group versus 9.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 6.2% | 171 |
| 2 | Brakes | 4.4% | 122 |
| 3 | Tyres | 4.0% | 111 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 48 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.3% | 7 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.2% | 6 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 185 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 84 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 63 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 48 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 36 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 29 |
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 | 21.1% | 582 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.7% | 486 |
| 3 | Other defects | 3.9% | 107 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.6% | 99 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.9% | 25 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.5% | 15 |
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 | 1,989 | 9.2% |
| 30-60k | 718 | 13.5% |
| 60-90k | 39 | 15.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,332 | 9.7% |
| 2025 | 1,408 | 11.2% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Corsa Griffin Turbo
Before buying a 2021 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Turbo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 6.2% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (6.2% 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.
- Brakes (4.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Tyres (4.0% 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.
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 2021 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Turbos pass their MOT?
89.6% of the 2,752 2021 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Turbo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Turbo?
Visibility, recorded in 6.2% of tests, followed by brakes (4.4%).
Does the 2021 Corsa Griffin Turbo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.2% in the 0-30k band to 15.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,752 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.