Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto (2019)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 1,244 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1398cc Petrol

Great Choice

91% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 9 points above average.

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Petrol1398cc7 years old1,244 tests24k 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

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/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

91% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Vauxhall brand average of 84%.

91% of MOT tests on Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Autos from 2019 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 5 years old. That's based on 1,244 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 24,244 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 models663rd of 1,380(top half)

Rank among Vauxhall models224th of 870(top half)

vs average of all models+9%(82% avg)

vs 2019 models average+1%(90% avg)

vs Vauxhall average+7%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

24,244

Average miles

37,000

Expected for age

The average 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto had 24,244 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Similar Cars to Consider

Ford Fiesta

2018 · 998cc Petrol

£1,630/year

90%

-1%

Ford Focus

2017 · 1596cc Petrol

£2,003/year

89%

-2%

Nissan Qashqai

2017 · 1200cc Petrol

£1,780/year

86%

-5%

Vauxhall Corsa

2017 · 1398cc Petrol

£2,003/year

82%

-9%

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About the 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto

The 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto is a small family car. Our records list a 1398cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 1,244 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all models from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 24,244 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto 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 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto

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

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 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto 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 Griffin Auto(2019)	91%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£1,853
Ford Fiesta(2018)	90%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£223
Ford Focus(2017)	89%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£2,003+£150
Nissan Qashqai(2017)	86%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£73
Vauxhall Corsa(2017)	82%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£150

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 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto

Is the 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 91% of MOT tests on 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Autos ended in a pass, from 1,244 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 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 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto?

91% of 1,244 MOT tests on the 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 663rd of 1,380 models first registered in 2019 (top half).

What is the average mileage for a 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin Auto is 24,244 miles, which is below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.