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VAUXHALL CORSA ENERGY S/S (2019)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 3,045 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

88%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1398cc Petrol

Solid Option

88% pass rate, £1737/year to run. 6 points above average.

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Petrol1398cc7 years old3,045 tests29k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1398cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,737
Per month£145/mo
Per week£33/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

88% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 6 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VAUXHALL brand average of 84%.

At 7 years old, 88% of VAUXHALL CORSA ENERGY S/Ss from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 3,045 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 29,245 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 cars1043th of 1,419(top 74%)
Rank among VAUXHALL models367th of 882(top 42%)
vs national average+6%(82% avg)
vs 2019 cars average-2%(90% avg)
vs VAUXHALL average+4%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

29,245

Average miles

vs

51,800

Expected for age

The average 2019 VAUXHALL CORSA ENERGY S/S has 29,245 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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About the 2019 VAUXHALL CORSA ENERGY S/S

The 2019 VAUXHALL CORSA ENERGY S/S is a small family car with a 1398cc petrol engine. 3,045 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 29,245 miles at 7 years old, VAUXHALL CORSA ENERGY S/S owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2019 VAUXHALL CORSA ENERGY S/S 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 £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2019 VAUXHALL CORSA ENERGY S/S?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,737 145/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 88% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2019 VAUXHALL CORSA ENERGY S/S

At 7 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.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2019 VAUXHALL CORSA ENERGY S/S's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

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 2019 VAUXHALL CORSA ENERGY S/S stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
VAUXHALL CORSA ENERGY S/S(2019)88%£1137£195Grp 8-20£1737
FORD FIESTA(2018)90%£955£190Grp 1-8£1400-£337
FORD FOCUS(2017)89%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1732-£5
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550-£187
VAUXHALL CORSA(2017)82%£1137£190Grp 8-20£1732-£5

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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