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1993 Vauxhall Corsa Sri MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Corsa Sri models manufactured in 1993, based on 93 real MOT test results.

32.3%
Pass Rate
67.7%
Fail Rate
93
Total Tests
113,316
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

This page shows all Corsa Sri cars tested in 1993. Want to see how cars built in 1993 hold up over time?

View 1993 Vauxhall Corsa Sri vintage page โ†’ (31.5% current pass rate)

1993 Vauxhall Corsa Sri MOT Analysis

The 1993 Vauxhall Corsa Sri has an MOT pass rate of 32.3% based on 93 tests โ€” significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 113,316 miles on the odometer. With a 67.7% failure rate, the 1993 Corsa Sri is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1993 Vauxhall Corsa Sri is Brakes, responsible for 2.2% of failures. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components โ€” any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs range from ยฃ150โ€“400. Body, Structure and General Items is the second most common issue at 2.2%. Driver's View of the Road follows at 1.1%.

โš  Based on limited data (93 tests)

Top failures specific to 1993 models only. The overall Corsa Sri page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Brakes2.2%2
2Body, Structure And General Items2.2%2
3Driver's View Of The Road1.1%1
4Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment1.1%1
5Suspension1.1%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 113,316 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Brakes0.19% per 10K miBody & Structure0.19% per 10K miVisibility0.09% per 10K miLamps & Electrical0.09% per 10K miSuspension0.09% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Brakes0.192.2%2
Body & Structure0.192.2%2
Visibility0.091.1%1
Lamps & Electrical0.091.1%1
Suspension0.091.1%1

Mileage Statistics

113,316
Mean
102,854
Median
87,686
25th Percentile
132,184
75th Percentile
5.97% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate โ€” accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 1993 Vauxhall Corsa Sri has an MOT pass rate of 32.3% based on 93 tests โ€” significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 113,316 miles on the odometer. With a 67.7% failure rate, the 1993 Corsa Sri is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 1993 Vauxhall Corsa Sri, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to brakes: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel โ€” if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm). With an average mileage of 113,316 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.

Brakes โ€” 2.2% of failures

Brakes issues account for 2.2% of MOT failures on 1993 Vauxhall Corsa Sri models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components โ€” any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: ยฃ150โ€“400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel โ€” if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).

Body, Structure and General Items โ€” 2.2% of failures

Body, Structure and General Items issues account for 2.2% of MOT failures on 1993 Vauxhall Corsa Sri models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: ยฃ100โ€“500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.

Driver's View of the Road โ€” 1.1% of failures

Driver's View of the Road issues account for 1.1% of MOT failures on 1993 Vauxhall Corsa Sri models. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: ยฃ100โ€“400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005โ€“2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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