Vauxhall Corsa Griffin S/S
From 3,746 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged and a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 91 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 91 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 48 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 41 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 40 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 36 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 29 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 21 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 18 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 16 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 13 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 16.7% of Corsa Griffin S/S failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 33.4% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £91.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 85.5% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Corsa Griffin S/Ss tested had between 19,386 and 38,845 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 25,645 median miles, the Corsa Griffin S/S has 0.057 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Vauxhall models
| Vauxhall Corsa | 70.9% |
| Vauxhall Astra | 72.5% |
| Vauxhall Vivaro | 67.2% |
| Vauxhall Mokka | 76.7% |
| Vauxhall Insignia | 75.3% |
Common questions
What is the Vauxhall Corsa Griffin S/S MOT pass rate?
The Vauxhall Corsa Griffin S/S has a 85.5% MOT pass rate based on 3,746 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Corsa Griffin S/S?
The most common MOT failure on the Vauxhall Corsa Griffin S/S is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 91 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Vauxhall Corsa Griffin S/S at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Vauxhall Corsa Griffin S/S is 25,645 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,386 and 38,845 miles.
Buying a used Corsa Griffin S/S?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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