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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Cadillac CTS. Check any CTS by registration number below.

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79.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-5.5%

vs Cadillac Avg

3

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Cadillac CTS — MOT Reliability Overview

The Cadillac CTS has an average MOT pass rate of 79.8%, which is 5.5 percentage points below the Cadillac brand average of 85.3%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your CTS on the road.

Before buying a used Cadillac CTS, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Cadillac CTS performs at MOT across different model years.

2006

Based on 35 vehicles

91.4%Excellent
Cadillac average: 85.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.0%

2005

Based on 101 vehicles

71.3%Average
Cadillac average: 85.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

15.9%

0

Based on 86 vehicles

76.7%Good
Cadillac average: 85.3%
Mileage at 5yr

72k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

11.4%

Front Nearside

2.9%

Front Offside

2.9%

Other Cadillac Models

Compare MOT reliability across Cadillac models.

Cadillac Brougham

70.0% pass rate

Cadillac Escalade

87.5% pass rate

Cadillac Eldorado

89.5% pass rate

Cadillac Seville

76.9% pass rate

Cadillac SRX

82.6% pass rate

Cadillac Unclassified

90.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Cadillac CTS

Cadillac CTS — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Cadillac CTS MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Cadillac CTS?
The average MOT pass rate for the Cadillac CTS is 79.8% compared to the Cadillac average of 85.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Cadillac CTS?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Cadillac CTS reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 79.8%, the Cadillac CTS is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Cadillac CTS?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Cadillac CTS?
Typical mileage for the Cadillac CTS: 72,063 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used CTS to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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