Vauxhall Corsa (2018)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 86,266 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,003

£167/month

MOT Pass Rate

85%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1398cc Petrol

Solid Option

85% pass rate, £2,003/year to run. Close to the average across all models.

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Petrol1398cc8 years old86,266 tests41k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1398cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,003

Per month£167/mo

Per week£39/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. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

85% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data.

85% of MOT tests on Vauxhall Corsas from 2018 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 6 years old. That's based on 86,266 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 41,031 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2018 models483rd of 607(bottom 21%)

Rank among Vauxhall models464th of 870(bottom half)

vs average of all models+3%(82% avg)

vs 2018 models average-4%(89% avg)

vs Vauxhall average+1%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

41,031

Average miles

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2018 Vauxhall Corsa had 41,031 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-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 2018 scores 85%. 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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2016 · 998cc Petrol

£1,600/year

81%

-4%

Ford Focus

2016 · 1596cc Petrol

£2,078/year

87%

+2%

Nissan Qashqai

2017 · 1200cc Petrol

£1,780/year

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+1%

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About the 2018 Vauxhall Corsa

The 2018 Vauxhall Corsa is a small family car. Our records list a 1398cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 86,266 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 21% of 2018 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 41,031 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Vauxhall Corsa owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 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 2018 Vauxhall Corsa?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,003 (£167/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 85% 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 2018 Vauxhall Corsa

At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. With 86,266 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

What the 2018 Vauxhall Corsa Fails Its MOT On

Share of the 14,333 MOT tests on the 2018 Vauxhall Corsa that failed at the first attempt in 2025, next to all cars and vans of the same age.

Suspension29%
Same age: 19% (fails on this more often)
Steering25%
Same age: 4.6% (fails on this more often)
Tyres22%
Same age: 29% (fails on this less often)
Lights and electrics21%
Same age: 27% (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.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

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 2018 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(2018)	85%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003
Ford Fiesta(2016)	81%	£1,175	£20	Grp 1-8	£1,600-£403
Ford Focus(2016)	87%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,078+£75
Nissan Qashqai(2017)	86%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£223
Vauxhall Astra(2016)	85%	£1,175	£20	Grp 1-8	£1,600-£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 2018 Vauxhall Corsa

Is the 2018 Vauxhall Corsa reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 85% of MOT tests on 2018 Vauxhall Corsas ended in a pass, from 86,266 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 3 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2018 Vauxhall Corsa cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,003 a year (£167 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2018 Vauxhall Corsa?

85% of 86,266 MOT tests on the 2018 Vauxhall Corsa ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 483rd of 607 models first registered in 2018 (bottom 21%).

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 2018 Vauxhall Corsa?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2018 Vauxhall Corsa is 41,031 miles, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.