Chevrolet Tacuma
From 561 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, 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 and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, caused 54 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.
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 54 |
| 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 | 52 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 35 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 34 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 29 |
| headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective | 22 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 21 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 20 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 19 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 18 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 37.8% of Tacuma failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 35.2% 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 £191.
Chevrolet Tacuma on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 138 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 138. At this rate, roughly 4.1 years until none remain. Now at 7.6% of its peak (7,403 in 2009 Q2).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 165 | 395 | +0 | -17 | -17 |
| 2025 Q2 | 186 | 391 | +0 | -24 | -24 |
| 2025 Q1 | 206 | 395 | +0 | -43 | -43 |
| 2024 Q4 | 230 | 414 | +0 | -54 | -54 |
| 2024 Q3 | 255 | 443 | +0 | -34 | -34 |
| 2024 Q2 | 287 | 445 | +0 | -35 | -35 |
| 2024 Q1 | 319 | 448 | +0 | -25 | -25 |
| 2023 Q4 | 345 | 447 | +0 | -34 | -34 |
2 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tacuma Sx | Petrol | 94 | 64% |
| Tacuma Cdx Plus Auto | Gas | 52 | 36% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 58.9% | brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 2007 | 62.4% | 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 |
| 2006 | 63.6% | 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, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced |
Typical mileage
Half of all Tacumas tested had between 53,053 and 88,198 miles on the clock.
At 68,654 median miles, the Tacuma has 0.057 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 Tacuma MOT pass rate?
The Chevrolet Tacuma has a 61% MOT pass rate based on 561 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Chevrolet Tacuma?
The most common MOT failure on the Chevrolet Tacuma is brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, which caused 54 failures. Other common issues include 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.
How many Chevrolet Tacumas are on UK roads?
There are 165 Chevrolet Tacumas currently licensed on UK roads, with 395 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Chevrolet Tacuma at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Chevrolet Tacuma is 68,654 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 53,053 and 88,198 miles.
Buying a used Tacuma?
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 61% pass rate and an average repair bill of £191 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 37.8% 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.