2022 Vauxhall Corsa Gs Line — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,217 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Vauxhall Corsa Gs Line, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.6% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.3% | 52 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.6% | 44 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 17 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.8% | 10 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 9 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.4% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 50 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 28 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 20 |
| 4 | Washers | 13 |
| 5 | Catalyst emissions | 10 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 8 |
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 | 19.1% | 232 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.3% | 186 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.3% | 53 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.1% | 26 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.7% | 8 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 4 |
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 | 1,011 | 5.4% |
| 30-60k | 195 | 15.4% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Corsa Gs Line
Before buying a 2022 Vauxhall Corsa Gs Line, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.3% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.3% 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 (3.6% 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 (1.4% 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 2022 Vauxhall Corsa Gs Lines pass their MOT?
92.6% of the 1,217 2022 Vauxhall Corsa Gs Line MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Vauxhall Corsa Gs Line?
Visibility, recorded in 4.3% of tests, followed by tyres (3.6%).
Does the 2022 Corsa Gs Line get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.4% in the 0-30k band to 15.4% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,217 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.