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

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69.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-11.0%

vs Chevrolet Avg

6

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Chevrolet Kalos — MOT Reliability Overview

The Chevrolet Kalos has an average MOT pass rate of 69.5%, which is 11.0 percentage points below the Chevrolet brand average of 80.4%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Kalos on the road.

The most common reasons a Chevrolet Kalos 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, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Kalos 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 Kalos, 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 Kalos performs at MOT across different model years.

2008

Based on 1,695 vehicles

53.3%Below Average
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

7.6%

Retest Rate

38.7%

2007

Based on 2,340 vehicles

55.9%Below Average
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

36.2%

2006

Based on 1,462 vehicles

55.1%Below Average
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

34.3%

2005

Based on 5,989 vehicles

91.9%Excellent
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

31.0%

Mileage at 5yr

48k mi

Mileage at 10yr

88k mi

2004

Based on 295 vehicles

94.2%Excellent
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Mileage at 10yr

94k mi

0

Based on 4,426 vehicles

66.5%Average
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Mileage at 5yr

67k mi

Top MOT Failures — Chevrolet Kalos

The most common reasons a Chevrolet Kalos 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

6.0%
2

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

4.6%
3

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

4.0%
4

Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

3.5%
5

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

3.5%
Chevrolet Kalos Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

14.5%

Front Nearside

13.3%

Rear Offside

6.2%

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 Kalos

Chevrolet Kalos — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Chevrolet Kalos MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Chevrolet Kalos?
The average MOT pass rate for the Chevrolet Kalos is 69.5% 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 Kalos?
The most common MOT failures on the Chevrolet Kalos 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 (6.0%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (4.6%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (4.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Chevrolet Kalos reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 69.5%, the Chevrolet Kalos is rated as "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 Kalos?
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 Kalos?
Typical mileage for the Chevrolet Kalos: 48,069 miles at 5 years, 87,737 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Kalos to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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