2017 Vauxhall Corsavan — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2017 Vauxhall Corsavan passed 82.5% of its 292 recorded MOT tests. That is effectively the same as vans of a similar age (17.6% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, tyres and steering.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (8.2%) and tyres (5.5%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are track rod end, headlamp aim and wipers — track rod end alone was recorded 16 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 11.8% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 17.2% once past 90-120k.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 32.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 8.2% | 24 |
| 2 | Tyres | 5.5% | 16 |
| 3 | Steering | 4.8% | 14 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.5% | 13 |
| 5 | Suspension | 4.1% | 12 |
| 6 | Brakes | 3.4% | 10 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Track rod end | 16 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 11 |
| 3 | Wipers | 10 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 10 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 8 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 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 | 32.9% | 96 |
| 2 | Brakes | 19.5% | 57 |
| 3 | Suspension | 9.9% | 29 |
| 4 | Steering | 7.9% | 23 |
| 5 | Other defects | 7.2% | 21 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 5.8% | 17 |
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 | 68 | 11.8% |
| 60-90k | 110 | 21.8% |
| 90-120k | 58 | 17.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 69 | 15.9% |
| 2022 | 54 | 14.8% |
| 2023 | 56 | 16.1% |
| 2024 | 59 | 23.7% |
| 2025 | 54 | 16.7% |
What to check before buying a 2017 Corsavan
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 8.2% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (8.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (5.5% 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.
- Steering (4.8% of tests): Play, leaks or worn track rod ends — affects handling and is a safety item. Typical repair: £150–£500.
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 2017 Vauxhall Corsavans pass their MOT?
82.5% of the 292 2017 Vauxhall Corsavan MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 17.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2017 Vauxhall Corsavan?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 8.2% of tests, followed by tyres (5.5%).
Does the 2017 Corsavan get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.8% in the 30-60k band to 17.2% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 292 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.