2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin S/S — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 10,551 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin S/S, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.6% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 17.5% in the 90-120k group versus 8.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 6.9% | 726 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.1% | 329 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.0% | 312 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.6% | 278 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.0% | 212 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 73 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 753 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 294 |
| 3 | Washers | 182 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 155 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 122 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 116 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 22.7% | 2,391 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.9% | 1,257 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.1% | 543 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.8% | 399 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.0% | 314 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 64 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 6,846 | 8.8% |
| 30-60k | 3,228 | 12.8% |
| 60-90k | 424 | 17.9% |
| 90-120k | 40 | 17.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2,513 | 7.5% |
| 2023 | 2,690 | 11.1% |
| 2024 | 2,642 | 11.1% |
| 2025 | 2,694 | 11.9% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Corsa Griffin S/S
Before buying a 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin S/S, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 6.9% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (6.9% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (3.1% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (3.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin S/Ss pass their MOT?
89.6% of the 10,551 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin S/S MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Vauxhall Corsa Griffin S/S?
Visibility, recorded in 6.9% of tests, followed by tyres (3.1%).
Does the 2019 Corsa Griffin S/S get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.8% in the 0-30k band to 17.5% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 10,551 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.