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Chevrolet Tacuma MOT Check

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

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60.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-20.3%

vs Chevrolet Avg

5

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Chevrolet Tacuma — MOT Reliability Overview

The Chevrolet Tacuma has an average MOT pass rate of 60.2%, which is 20.3 percentage points below the Chevrolet brand average of 80.4%. This suggests the Tacuma can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Chevrolet Tacuma fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your Tacuma for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Chevrolet Tacuma, 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 Chevrolet Tacuma performs at MOT across different model years.

2008

Based on 216 vehicles

59.7%Below Average
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

7.9%

Retest Rate

27.2%

2007

Based on 366 vehicles

54.4%Below Average
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

7.6%

Retest Rate

28.4%

2006

Based on 176 vehicles

65.3%Average
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

22.0%

2005

Based on 155 vehicles

54.8%Below Average
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

10.5%

Retest Rate

34.2%

0

Based on 585 vehicles

66.7%Average
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Mileage at 5yr

71k mi

Top MOT Failures — Chevrolet Tacuma

The most common reasons a Chevrolet Tacuma fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

7.9%
2

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

7.6%
3

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

7.1%
4

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

5.6%
5

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

5.5%
Chevrolet Tacuma Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

17.6%

Rear Offside

11.6%

Front Nearside

10.6%

Other Chevrolet Models

Compare MOT reliability across Chevrolet models.

Chevrolet Captiva

71.7% pass rate

Chevrolet Pick-up

69.2% pass rate

Chevrolet Corvette

89.7% pass rate

Chevrolet Camaro

95.9% pass rate

Chevrolet Astro

57.8% pass rate

Chevrolet Pick Up

85.5% 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 Chevrolet Tacuma

Chevrolet Tacuma — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Chevrolet Tacuma MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Chevrolet Tacuma?
The average MOT pass rate for the Chevrolet Tacuma is 60.2% compared to the Chevrolet average of 80.4%. 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 Chevrolet Tacuma?
The most common MOT failures on the Chevrolet Tacuma are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (7.9%), Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (7.6%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (7.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Chevrolet Tacuma reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 60.2%, the Chevrolet Tacuma is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Chevrolet Tacuma?
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 Chevrolet Tacuma?
Typical mileage for the Chevrolet Tacuma: 71,156 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Tacuma to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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