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VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV (2020)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 2,192 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,405

£117/month

MOT Pass Rate

90%

Excellent

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 5-15

1199cc Petrol

Great Choice

90% pass rate, £1405/year to run. 8 points above average.

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Petrol1199cc6 years old2,192 tests28k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1199cc)

~50 mpg

£955
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200
Total per year£1,405
Per month£117/mo
Per week£27/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

90% MOT pass rate(Excellent)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VAUXHALL brand average of 84%.

At 6 years old, 90% of VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAVs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 2,192 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 27,828 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 cars1769th of 2,596(top 68%)
Rank among VAUXHALL models266th of 882(top 30%)
vs national average+8%(82% avg)
vs 2020 cars average-2%(92% avg)
vs VAUXHALL average+6%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

27,828

Average miles

vs

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV has 27,828 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 92% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 90%. The 2020 sits between the two at 90%.

VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202190%46726,775 mi
202090%2,19227,828 mi
201992%79133,395 mi

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About the 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV

The 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV is a city car with a 1199cc petrol engine. 2,192 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 27,828 miles at 6 years old, VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2020 VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV 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 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,405 117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV Reliability Trend

The VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV

At 6 years old, the VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 92%.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

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 2020 VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
VAUXHALL CORSA SE NAV(2020)90%£955£195Grp 5-15£1405
FORD FIESTA(2018)90%£955£190Grp 1-8£1400-£5
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)92%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582+£177
VAUXHALL CORSA(2018)85%£1137£190Grp 8-20£1732+£327
NISSAN QASHQAI(2018)87%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550+£145

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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