2010 Vauxhall Corsavan — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,728 MOT tests, the 2010 Vauxhall Corsavan recorded a 72.8% pass rate. Vans of a similar age fail at 27.3%, so the 2010 Corsavan sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 19.5% of all tests — 3.9 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, position lamp and headlamp aim — coil spring alone was recorded 377 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 22.2% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 29.9% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 30.5% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 26.3% of tests failed in 2021 against 27.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.5% | 727 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.6% | 583 |
| 3 | Visibility | 7.3% | 274 |
| 4 | Tyres | 7.0% | 262 |
| 5 | Brakes | 6.5% | 241 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.0% | 186 |
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 | 377 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 255 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 244 |
| 4 | Washers | 216 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 215 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 188 |
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 | 30.5% | 1,137 |
| 2 | Suspension | 25.5% | 952 |
| 3 | Brakes | 19.4% | 725 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 13.7% | 511 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 11.8% | 441 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.2% | 344 |
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 | 171 | 22.2% |
| 60-90k | 543 | 24.3% |
| 90-120k | 1,118 | 26.0% |
| 120-150k | 966 | 28.6% |
| 150k+ | 914 | 29.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 938 | 26.3% |
| 2022 | 841 | 26.8% |
| 2023 | 773 | 27.6% |
| 2024 | 653 | 28.3% |
| 2025 | 523 | 27.9% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Corsavan
On a 2010 Corsavan, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 19.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (19.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.6% 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 (7.3% 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.
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 2010 Vauxhall Corsavans pass their MOT?
72.8% of the 3,728 2010 Vauxhall Corsavan MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Vauxhall Corsavan?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.5% of tests, followed by suspension (15.6%).
Does the 2010 Corsavan get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 22.2% in the 30-60k band to 29.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,728 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.