2007 · 17 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2007 Vauxhall Corsavan MOT pass rate and common faults

402 MOT tests in 2024. 52.2% passed first time, compared with 56.9% for all cars the same age.

92Well below average
Passed first time52.2%
Failed or needed repairs47.8%
Typical mileage at test125,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 402 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Coil spring: fractured or broken8.7%
  2. Position lamp: not working5.7%
  3. Stop lamp: not working5.0%
  4. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect4.2%
  5. Suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn4.2%
  6. Washers: not working3.7%
  7. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak3.7%
  8. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.2%
  9. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.0%
  10. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.0%
    24 marked dangerous

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics40.0%
  2. Suspension33.6%
  3. Brakes13.2%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)12.9%
  5. Body & chassis12.2%
  6. Tyres6.2%
  7. Emissions & leaks5.5%
  8. Steering3.0%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm19.4%
  2. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine17.2%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened11.2%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure10.9%
  5. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak8.5%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: coil spring: fractured or broken. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2007 Vauxhall Corsavan?

In 2024, 52.2% of 2007 Vauxhall Corsavan cars passed their MOT first time, across 402 tests. The average for all 17-year-old cars was 56.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2007 Vauxhall Corsavan?

The most common failure reasons were coil spring: fractured or broken; position lamp: not working; stop lamp: not working. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2007 Vauxhall Corsavan reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 92, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).