How do Corsa and Fiesta MOT pass rates compare?
The Vauxhall Corsa MOT pass rate for cars first registered 2016–2021 is 82.2% across 1.7M official UK DVSA tests, against 83.9% across 2.4M tests for the Ford Fiesta.
Data created
Defect notes in this age band: 2,160,428 on the Corsa vs 2,991,763 on the Fiesta. Notes are not a count of cars or of failed tests.
This does not prove repair bills, breakdowns, or which example you should buy. Check tyres, lamps and warning lights on the viewing, then use Compare if you want the full defect mix side by side.
| Model | Pass rate | MOT tests |
|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall Corsa | 82.2% | 1.7M |
| Ford Fiesta | 83.9% | 2.4M |
Frequently asked questions
How do Corsa and Fiesta MOT pass rates compare?
- The Vauxhall Corsa MOT pass rate for cars first registered 2016–2021 is 82.2% across 1.7M official UK DVSA tests, against 83.9% across 2.4M tests for the Ford Fiesta.
Is the higher MOT pass rate the more reliable car?
- No. MOT pass rate is not a reliability rating. These figures are the share of recorded tests that passed in the same 5–10 year band. Inspect the car and use GOV.UK for that registration.
Can I compare more than these two models?
- Yes. Use CARMOTIQ Compare for interactive side-by-side research across makes and models in the age band you are shopping in.