VAUXHALL CORSA (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 204 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests (2024)
204
Avg Mileage
21,555 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VAUXHALL brand average of 84%.
At 3 years old, 96% of VAUXHALL CORSAs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 204 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 21,555 miles.
How does the 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA has 21,555 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA cost to run?
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
| 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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About the 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA
The 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA is a city car with a 1199cc petrol engine. 204 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 18% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 21,555 miles at 3 years old, VAUXHALL CORSA owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 VAUXHALL CORSA Fuel Costs
The modest 1199cc 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 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
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 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.
Alternatives to the 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA
The VAUXHALL CORSA is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (-5%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-4%) from 89,653 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-3%) from 52,321 tests
- MINI COOPER (2019) 92% pass rate (-4%) from 52,140 tests