Chevrolet Corvette
From 985 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. The top issue, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, caused 18 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 18 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 15 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 13 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 10 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 8 |
| number plate showing an incorrect registration | 8 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 7 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 7 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 7 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 21.2% of Corvette failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £73.
Chevrolet Corvette on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 62 newly registered in the past year with 16 leaving, a net gain of 46. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 353 | 97 | +34 | -9 | +25 |
| 2025 Q2 | 339 | 86 | +7 | -6 | +1 |
| 2025 Q1 | 314 | 110 | +21 | -0 | +23 |
| 2024 Q4 | 278 | 123 | +0 | -1 | -1 |
| 2024 Q3 | 312 | 90 | +8 | -5 | +3 |
| 2024 Q2 | 321 | 78 | +9 | -0 | +15 |
| 2024 Q1 | 299 | 85 | +9 | -9 | +0 |
| 2023 Q4 | 280 | 104 | +27 | -6 | +21 |
2 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corvette Stingray Auto | Petrol | 222 | 71% |
| Corvette V8 Stingray | Petrol | 89 | 29% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
Typical mileage
Half of all Corvettes tested had between 18,462 and 53,487 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 36,905 median miles, the Corvette has 0.029 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Chevrolet models
| Chevrolet Spark | 66.1% |
| Chevrolet Matiz | 61.7% |
| Chevrolet Aveo | 62.6% |
| Chevrolet Captiva | 65.1% |
| Chevrolet Cruze | 69% |
Common questions
What is the Chevrolet Corvette MOT pass rate?
The Chevrolet Corvette has a 89.4% MOT pass rate based on 985 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Chevrolet Corvette?
The most common MOT failure on the Chevrolet Corvette is lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 18 failures. Other common issues include an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
How many Chevrolet Corvettes are on UK roads?
There are 353 Chevrolet Corvettes currently licensed on UK roads, with 97 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Chevrolet Corvette at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Chevrolet Corvette is 36,905 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 18,462 and 53,487 miles.
Buying a used Corvette?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.