Vauxhall Corsa (2017)
2017 Vauxhall Corsa
CarHunch analysed 52,768 real MOT records for the 2017 Vauxhall Corsa. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2017 Vauxhall Corsa passes its MOT first time in 83.8% of cases, slightly ahead of the UK average of 80%, which is a solid result. However, nearly a quarter of these vehicles (23.4%) have suffered a dangerous defect at some point, which is notably high and worth taking seriously when inspecting a used example.
At a median mileage of 35,377 miles, these Corsas are running lower than expected for their age, suggesting plenty of life left in the mechanicals. The average car racks up 1.36 failures and 7.1 advisories per test—typical minor wear items—so budget for routine maintenance but don't expect major shocks; have any prospective purchase thoroughly checked for rust and suspension wear, as these creep up on the advisory list.
What to check before buying a 2017 Vauxhall Corsa
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.
- ⚠️ 23.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (95%) | 50,171 | 83.9% | 1.36 |
| Diesel (5%) | 2,593 | 82.6% | 1.34 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 Vauxhall Corsa 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 2017 Vauxhall Corsa vehicles fall between 25,192 and 46,933 miles.
2017 Vauxhall Corsa — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 50,053 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2017 Vauxhall Corsa
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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48.5%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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41.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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35%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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34.5%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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33.9%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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20.9%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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17.7%
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt
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16.6%
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017. Counts include advisories and failures.
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