Chevrolet Kalos MOT pass rate
54.0% of 3,491 Chevrolet Kalos MOT tests pass.
The Kalos passes 54.0% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all Chevrolet models (63.4%).
The Chevrolet Kalos passes 54.0% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | too few tests (6) | 6 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 53.9% | 3,485 | 67,566 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Chevrolet Kalos
The most common reason the Chevrolet Kalos fails its MOT is suspension — present in 70.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 70.0% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 68.6% | Not working |
| Brakes | 52.4% | Excessively binding |
| Body, chassis, structure | 24.4% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Visibility | 20.8% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 17.2% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Steering | 17.1% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Tyres | 13.8% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 12.3% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.1% | Inscription illegible |
Related Chevrolet models
- Chevrolet Captiva — 61.4% pass rate
- Chevrolet Cruze — 69.5% pass rate
- Chevrolet Orlando — 70.1% pass rate
- Chevrolet Lacetti — 54.7% pass rate
- Chevrolet Trax — 69.2% pass rate
- Chevrolet Camaro — 92.8% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Chevrolet Kalos?
- 54.0% of Chevrolet Kalos MOT tests pass, based on 3,491 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Chevrolet Kalos?
- The most common reason the Chevrolet Kalos fails its MOT is suspension — present in 70.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".
- Does this show the Chevrolet Kalos's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Chevrolet service history guide for how to check and keep one.