Vauxhall Corsa S Ecoflex (2013)
2013 Vauxhall Corsa S Ecoflex
CarHunch analysed 231 real MOT records for the 2013 Vauxhall Corsa S Ecoflex. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2013 Corsa S EcoFlex is a notably poor performer at MOT, with a first-time pass rate of just 62.7% against the UK average of 80%—meaning roughly one in three fail their test. The good news is that dangerous defects are absent from this cohort, so safety issues aren't the primary concern here.
The median mileage of 61,000 miles is reasonable for a 2013, yet these cars are averaging 0.61 failures per test, suggesting recurring mechanical gremlins rather than one-off problems. If you're considering one, budget for above-average repair costs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection focusing on the engine and transmission, which typically drive the failures on this model.
What to check before buying a 2013 Vauxhall Corsa S Ecoflex
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (72%) | 166 | 87.3% | 0.86 |
| Petrol (28%) | 65 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Vauxhall Corsa S Ecoflex vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 Vauxhall Corsa S Ecoflex vehicles fall between 41,671 and 74,820 miles.
2013 Vauxhall Corsa S Ecoflex — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 106 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 87% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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