Chevrolet Orlando
From 6,697 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Orlandos fare better: 2014 models pass at 69.7% vs 66.5% for 2011.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, lamp emitted colour and position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, caused 408 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 408 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 230 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 194 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 187 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 179 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 166 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 130 |
| smoke opacity levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limit | 123 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 109 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 101 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 29.4% of Orlando failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 18.6% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £112.
Chevrolet Orlando on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 414 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 414. At this rate, roughly 8.4 years until none remain. Now at 62.5% of its peak (5,570 in 2014 Q3).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 3,045 | 436 | +0 | -140 | -140 |
| 2025 Q2 | 3,201 | 420 | +0 | -121 | -121 |
| 2025 Q1 | 3,332 | 410 | +0 | -80 | -80 |
| 2024 Q4 | 3,422 | 400 | +0 | -73 | -73 |
| 2024 Q3 | 3,523 | 372 | +0 | -114 | -114 |
| 2024 Q2 | 3,640 | 369 | +0 | -106 | -106 |
| 2024 Q1 | 3,756 | 359 | +0 | -108 | -108 |
| 2023 Q4 | 3,879 | 344 | +0 | -86 | -86 |
8 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Lt | Petrol | 542 | 18% |
| Orlando Lt Auto | Gas | 477 | 16% |
| Orlando Lt Vcdi Auto | Diesel | 454 | 15% |
| Orlando Ltz Vcdi Auto | Diesel | 392 | 13% |
| Orlando Lt Vcdi | Diesel | 348 | 12% |
| Orlando Ls | Gas | 332 | 11% |
| Orlando Ltz Vcdi | Diesel | 330 | 11% |
| Orlando Ltz | Petrol | 130 | 4% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 69.7% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2013 | 68.5% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2012 | 68.1% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2011 | 66.5% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Orlandos tested had between 72,250 and 104,787 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 84,003 median miles, the Orlando has 0.038 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 Orlando MOT pass rate?
The Chevrolet Orlando has a 67.7% MOT pass rate based on 6,697 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Chevrolet Orlando?
The most common MOT failure on the Chevrolet Orlando is a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, which caused 408 failures. Other common issues include a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm.
How many Chevrolet Orlandos are on UK roads?
There are 3,045 Chevrolet Orlandos currently licensed on UK roads, with 436 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Chevrolet Orlando at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Chevrolet Orlando is 84,003 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 72,250 and 104,787 miles.
Buying a used Orlando?
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.
With a 67.7% pass rate and an average repair bill of £112 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 29.4% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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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.