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VAUXHALL CORSA (2014)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 141,747 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,887

£157/month

MOT Pass Rate

76%

Average

Road Tax

£195

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1398cc Petrol

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76% pass rate, £1887/year to run. 6 points below average.

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Petrol1398cc12 years old141,747 tests69k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1398cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Based on 1398cc

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£1,887
Per month£157/mo
Per week£36/wk

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

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Reliability Verdict

76% MOT pass rate(Average)
0%National avg: 82%100%

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 12 years old, 76% of VAUXHALL CORSAs from 2014 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 141,747 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 69,331 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2014 cars475th of 562(top 85%)
Rank among VAUXHALL models643th 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

69,331

Average miles

vs

88,800

Expected for age

The average 2014 VAUXHALL CORSA has 69,331 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 88,800 miles for a 12-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

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%.

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 2026, 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 12 years old, VAUXHALL CORSA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

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 £1,887 157/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 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 12 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.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2014 VAUXHALL CORSA's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2014 VAUXHALL CORSA stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
VAUXHALL CORSA(2014)76%£1137£195Grp 8-20£1887
FORD FIESTA(2015)81%£955£30Grp 1-8£1390-£497
FORD FOCUS(2013)78%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1827-£60
NISSAN QASHQAI(2016)83%£955£30Grp 5-15£1390-£497
VOLKSWAGEN POLO(2015)82%£955£30Grp 5-15£1390-£497

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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