VAUXHALL CORSA GRIFFIN TURBO AUTO (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 316 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests (2024)
316
Avg Mileage
16,922 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA GRIFFIN TURBO AUTO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VAUXHALL brand average of 84%.
At 3 years old, 97% of VAUXHALL CORSA GRIFFIN TURBO AUTOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 316 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 16,922 miles.
How does the 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA GRIFFIN TURBO AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA GRIFFIN TURBO AUTO has 16,922 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA GRIFFIN TURBO AUTO 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.
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About the 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA GRIFFIN TURBO AUTO
The 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA GRIFFIN TURBO AUTO is a city car with a 1199cc petrol engine. 316 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 10% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 16,922 miles at 3 years old, VAUXHALL CORSA GRIFFIN TURBO AUTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2021 VAUXHALL CORSA GRIFFIN TURBO AUTO 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 GRIFFIN TURBO AUTO?
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 97% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 VAUXHALL CORSA GRIFFIN TURBO AUTO
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 GRIFFIN TURBO AUTO
The VAUXHALL CORSA GRIFFIN TURBO AUTO is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-5%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-9%) from 68,639 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-4%) from 52,321 tests