TransmissionHigh
Clutch and gearbox wear on ex-learner cars
Vauxhall Corsa vs Ford Fiesta · reliability compared
Both scores come from the documented faults we hold for each model · severity weighted, then priced at UK independent-garage rates so you can see which car carries the bigger risk.
The short answer
On the faults we hold, the Vauxhall Corsa scores 5.9 against 5.3 for the Ford Fiesta · fewer or less severe documented problems. The Ford Fiesta carries the higher worst-case repair bill.
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Vauxhall Corsa
2014–2025
5.9/ 10
Mixed- Documented faults
- 4
- Critical / high
- 1 / 1
- Medium / low
- 2 / 0
- Priciest job
- £700–£1,600
- Worst-case total
- £5,300
Weak spots · Electrical, Transmission, Engine, Suspension
Ford Fiesta
2013–2023
5.3/ 10
Mixed- Documented faults
- 4
- Critical / high
- 1 / 2
- Medium / low
- 1 / 0
- Priciest job
- £900–£3,200
- Worst-case total
- £8,000
Weak spots · Engine, Transmission, Suspension
The faults that decide it
EngineCritical
1.2 PureTech (Corsa F) wet belt degradation
EngineCritical
1.0 EcoBoost wet timing belt degrades and sheds debris into the oil pickup
EngineHigh
Coolant loss / overheating on early 1.0 EcoBoost (degas hose and cylinder head)
TransmissionHigh
Powershift automatic shudder and clutch wear on auto cars
Scores are computed from the documented faults in our library for each model · they reflect reported patterns, not the condition of a specific car.
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