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VAUXHALL CORSA (2014)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 141,747 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

76%

Total Tests (2024)

141,747

Avg Mileage

69,331 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,722

Is the 2014 VAUXHALL CORSA reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 6 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the VAUXHALL brand average of 84%.

At 10 years old, 76% of VAUXHALL CORSAs from 2014 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 141,747 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 69,331 miles.

How does the 2014 VAUXHALL CORSA compare?

Rank among all 2014 cars475th out of 562(top 85%)
Rank among all VAUXHALL models643th out of 882(top 73%)
vs national average-6% (82% avg)
vs 2014 cars average-5% (81% avg)
vs VAUXHALL average-8% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2014 VAUXHALL CORSA has 69,331 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 74,000 miles for a 10-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a VAUXHALL CORSA?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2003 model has the lowest at 67%. The 2014 sits between the two at 76%.

How much does a 2014 VAUXHALL CORSA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1398cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£1,722
Per month£144/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

VAUXHALL CORSA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202196%20421,555 mi
202085%34828,514 mi
201988%68,63932,881 mi
201885%86,26641,031 mi
201782%90,28549,026 mi
201681%133,04556,744 mi
201578%160,43863,359 mi
201476%141,74769,331 mi
201377%136,83875,022 mi
201276%138,26579,639 mi
201175%111,86883,401 mi
201074%99,90985,864 mi
200973%91,54189,332 mi
200873%84,78291,750 mi
200772%65,13392,716 mi
200668%34,52386,148 mi
200568%23,87784,722 mi
200468%17,04883,203 mi
200367%14,52183,708 mi
200268%9,30982,576 mi
200168%6,33780,064 mi
200069%2,46568,980 mi
199989%7,69780,319 mi
199873%2,51471,159 mi
199772%1,69472,132 mi
199674%83172,499 mi
199572%53774,332 mi
199477%39563,135 mi
199388%18762,430 mi

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About the 2014 VAUXHALL CORSA

The 2014 VAUXHALL CORSA is a small family car with a 1398cc petrol engine. 141,747 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 85% of 2014 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 69,331 miles at 10 years old, VAUXHALL CORSA owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2014 VAUXHALL CORSA Fuel Costs

The 1398cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2014 VAUXHALL CORSA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,722 (£144/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 76% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

VAUXHALL CORSA Reliability Trend

Newer VAUXHALL CORSAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2014 VAUXHALL CORSA

At 10 years old, the VAUXHALL CORSA is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. With 141,747 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2014 VAUXHALL CORSA

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: