Vauxhall Corsa (2015)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 160,438 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,153

£179/month

MOT Pass Rate

78%

Average

Road Tax

£200

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1398cc Petrol

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78% pass rate, £2,153/year to run. Close to the average across all models.

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Petrol1398cc11 years old160,438 tests63k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1398cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Estimated CO2 band

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£500

Total per year£2,153

Per month£179/mo

Per week£41/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

Reliability Verdict

78% MOT pass rate(Average)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. It falls below the Vauxhall brand average of 84%.

78% of MOT tests on Vauxhall Corsas from 2015 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 9 years old. That's based on 160,438 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 63,359 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2015 models428th of 515(bottom 18%)

Rank among Vauxhall models611th of 870(bottom half)

vs average of all models-4%(82% avg)

vs 2015 models average-5%(83% avg)

vs Vauxhall average-6%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

63,359

Average miles

66,600

Expected for age

The average 2015 Vauxhall Corsa had 63,359 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 96%, while the 2003 model has the lowest at 67%. The 2015 scores 78%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Vauxhall Corsa by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	96%	204	21,555 mi
2020	85%	348	28,514 mi
2019	88%	68,639	32,881 mi
2018	85%	86,266	41,031 mi
2017	82%	90,285	49,026 mi
2016	81%	133,045	56,744 mi
2015	78%	160,438	63,359 mi
2014	76%	141,747	69,331 mi
2013	77%	136,838	75,022 mi
2012	76%	138,265	79,639 mi
2011	75%	111,868	83,401 mi
2010	74%	99,909	85,864 mi
2009	73%	91,541	89,332 mi
2008	73%	84,782	91,750 mi
2007	72%	65,133	92,716 mi
2006	68%	34,523	86,148 mi
2005	68%	23,877	84,722 mi
2004	68%	17,048	83,203 mi
2003	67%	14,521	83,708 mi
2002	68%	9,309	82,576 mi
2001	68%	6,337	80,064 mi
2000	69%	2,465	68,980 mi
1999	89%	7,697	80,319 mi
1998	73%	2,514	71,159 mi
1997	72%	1,694	72,132 mi
1996	74%	831	72,499 mi
1995	72%	537	74,332 mi
1994	77%	395	63,135 mi
1993	88%	187	62,430 mi

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£1,600/year

81%

+3%

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£2,228/year

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86%

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About the 2015 Vauxhall Corsa

The 2015 Vauxhall Corsa is a small family car. Our records list a 1398cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 160,438 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested models on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 18% of 2015 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 63,359 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Vauxhall Corsa owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2015 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 £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2015 Vauxhall Corsa?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,153 (£179/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 78% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Vauxhall Corsa Reliability Trend

Newer Vauxhall Corsas pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 6 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2015 Vauxhall Corsa

At 11 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 160,438 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

What the 2015 Vauxhall Corsa Fails Its MOT On

Share of the 31,463 MOT tests on the 2015 Vauxhall Corsa that failed at the first attempt in 2025, next to all cars and vans of the same age.

Suspension34%
Same age: 32%
Steering33%
Same age: 7.3% (fails on this more often)
Lights and electrics24%
Same age: 32% (fails on this less often)
Tyres20%
Same age: 25% (fails on this less often)

DVSA anonymised MOT data for 2025; a test that failed on two areas counts in both. How we count it · Vauxhall Corsa reliability, common problems and years to avoid

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

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 2015 Vauxhall Corsa stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Vauxhall Corsa(2015)	78%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153
Ford Fiesta(2015)	81%	£1,175	£20	Grp 1-8	£1,600-£553
Ford Focus(2013)	78%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,228+£75
Nissan Qashqai(2017)	86%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£373
Volkswagen Polo(2015)	82%	£1,175	£170	Grp 5-15	£1,750-£403

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2015 Vauxhall Corsa

Is the 2015 Vauxhall Corsa reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. 78% of MOT tests on 2015 Vauxhall Corsas ended in a pass, from 160,438 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 4 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2015 Vauxhall Corsa cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,153 a year (£179 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £500 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2015 Vauxhall Corsa?

78% of 160,438 MOT tests on the 2015 Vauxhall Corsa ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 428th of 515 models first registered in 2015 (bottom 18%).

Which year Vauxhall Corsa has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Vauxhall Corsa has the highest MOT pass rate at 96% and the 2003 the lowest at 67%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2015 Vauxhall Corsa?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2015 Vauxhall Corsa is 63,359 miles, which is in line with the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.