Vauxhall Corsa (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 204 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,630

£136/month

MOT Pass Rate

96%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 5-15

1199cc Petrol

Great Choice

96% pass rate, £1,630/year to run. 14 points above average.

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Petrol1199cc5 years old204 tests22k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1199cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,630

Per month£136/mo

Per week£31/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

96% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Vauxhall brand average of 84%.

96% of MOT tests on Vauxhall Corsas from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 204 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 21,555 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models598th of 3,336(top 18%)

Rank among Vauxhall models35th of 870(top 5%)

vs average of all models+14%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average+4%(92% avg)

vs Vauxhall average+12%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

21,555

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Vauxhall Corsa had 21,555 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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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. Our records list a 1199cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 204 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 18% of all 2021 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 21,555 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, 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 £1,175 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 2021 Vauxhall Corsa?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,630 (£136/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 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 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 2021 Vauxhall Corsa

At 5 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.

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.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

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 2021 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(2021)	96%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,630
Ford Fiesta(2019)	91%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223
Nissan Qashqai(2020)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223
MINI Cooper(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223

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 2021 Vauxhall Corsa

Is the 2021 Vauxhall Corsa reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 96% of MOT tests on 2021 Vauxhall Corsas ended in a pass, from 204 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 14 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Vauxhall Corsa cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,630 a year (£136 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 Vauxhall Corsa?

96% of 204 MOT tests on the 2021 Vauxhall Corsa ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 598th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (top 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 2021 Vauxhall Corsa?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Vauxhall Corsa is 21,555 miles, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.