2007 Vauxhall Corsavan — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,864 MOT tests, the 2007 Vauxhall Corsavan recorded a 70.1% pass rate. Vans of a similar age fail at 29.1%, so the 2007 Corsavan sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (19.6%) and suspension (19.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, position lamp and washers — coil spring alone was recorded 391 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 32.4% versus 23.6%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 32.4% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 29.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 32.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.6% | 756 |
| 2 | Suspension | 19.0% | 735 |
| 3 | Visibility | 8.6% | 334 |
| 4 | Tyres | 7.3% | 282 |
| 5 | Brakes | 7.1% | 274 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.7% | 257 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 391 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 289 |
| 3 | Washers | 275 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 253 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 240 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 227 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 32.4% | 1,252 |
| 2 | Tyres | 30.5% | 1,179 |
| 3 | Brakes | 20.9% | 809 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 18.8% | 727 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 16.2% | 625 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.5% | 520 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 72 | 23.6% |
| 60-90k | 514 | 27.4% |
| 90-120k | 1,220 | 28.9% |
| 120-150k | 1,137 | 30.4% |
| 150k+ | 900 | 32.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 3,831 | 29.9% |
| Petrol | 33 | 30.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,129 | 29.1% |
| 2022 | 1,000 | 30.4% |
| 2023 | 746 | 29.2% |
| 2024 | 558 | 29.6% |
| 2025 | 431 | 32.3% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Corsavan
On a 2007 Corsavan, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 19.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (19.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (19.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Visibility (8.6% 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.
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 2007 Vauxhall Corsavans pass their MOT?
70.1% of the 3,864 2007 Vauxhall Corsavan MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Vauxhall Corsavan?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.6% of tests, followed by suspension (19.0%).
Does the 2007 Corsavan get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 23.6% in the 30-60k band to 32.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,864 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.