Perodua Kelisa
From 645 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons 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, exhaust system leaking or insecure and headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective. The top issue, 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, caused 47 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.
| 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 | 47 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 33 |
| headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective | 28 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 24 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 21 |
| 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 | 21 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 18 |
| a suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated | 17 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 15 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 15 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 48.5% of Kelisa failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 6.3% 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 £166.
Perodua Kelisa on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 72 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 72. At this rate, roughly 6.1 years until none remain. Now at 20.1% of its peak (2,193 in 2009 Q2).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 273 | 167 | +0 | -10 | -10 |
| 2025 Q2 | 282 | 168 | +0 | -23 | -23 |
| 2025 Q1 | 300 | 173 | +0 | -20 | -20 |
| 2024 Q4 | 317 | 176 | +0 | -19 | -19 |
| 2024 Q3 | 339 | 173 | +0 | -14 | -14 |
| 2024 Q2 | 351 | 175 | +0 | -30 | -30 |
| 2024 Q1 | 375 | 181 | +0 | -15 | -15 |
| 2023 Q4 | 391 | 180 | +0 | -20 | -20 |
3 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kelisa Gx | Petrol | 109 | 40% |
| Kelisa Ex | Petrol | 105 | 38% |
| Kelisa Ez Auto | Petrol | 59 | 22% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 65.7% | 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, exhaust system leaking or insecure |
Typical mileage
Half of all Kelisas tested had between 35,613 and 66,825 miles on the clock.
At 53,022 median miles, the Kelisa has 0.065 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Perodua models
| Perodua Myvi | 73.2% |
Common questions
What is the Perodua Kelisa MOT pass rate?
The Perodua Kelisa has a 65.4% MOT pass rate based on 645 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Perodua Kelisa?
The most common MOT failure on the Perodua Kelisa is 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, which caused 47 failures. Other common issues include exhaust system leaking or insecure.
How many Perodua Kelisas are on UK roads?
There are 273 Perodua Kelisas currently licensed on UK roads, with 167 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Perodua Kelisa at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Perodua Kelisa is 53,022 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 35,613 and 66,825 miles.
Buying a used Kelisa?
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 65.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £166 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 48.5% 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.