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VAUXHALL CORSA (2020)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 348 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

85%

Total Tests (2024)

348

Avg Mileage

28,514 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,550

Is the 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 4 years old, 85% of VAUXHALL CORSAs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 348 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 28,514 miles.

How does the 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA compare?

Rank among all 2020 cars2363th out of 2,596(top 91%)
Rank among all VAUXHALL models476th out of 882(top 54%)
vs national average+3% (82% avg)
vs 2020 cars average-7% (92% avg)
vs VAUXHALL average+1% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA has 28,514 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-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 2020 sits between the two at 85%.

How much does a 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1200cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,550
Per month£129/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 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA

The 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA is a city car with a 1200cc petrol engine. 348 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 91% of 2020 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 28,514 miles at 4 years old, VAUXHALL CORSA owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2020 VAUXHALL CORSA Fuel Costs

The modest 1200cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,550 (£129/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 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 show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA

At 4 years old, the VAUXHALL CORSA offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 96%.

Alternatives to the 2020 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: