UK cars with the lowest MOT pass rates

01

Dodge Caliber

1,588 tests · 93,965 avg mi · 58.4% pass

58.4%

Only 58.4% of Caliber tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 94k miles at test. The main causes are worn suspension bushes and a lamp out. That said, 6.9% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 59.3% of 807 tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 119k miles at test. The main causes are a number-plate lamp out and a weak handbrake. That said, 6.1% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

03

Daewoo Matiz

1,693 tests · 55,118 avg mi · 59.5% pass

59.5%

Only 59.5% of Matiz tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 55k miles at test. The main causes 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 and a defective headlamp lens. That said, 6.1% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

04

Citroen C8

1,815 tests · 115,620 avg mi · 59.8% pass

59.8%

Only 59.8% of C8 tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 116k miles at test. The main causes are a weak handbrake and a number-plate lamp out. That said, 5.5% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 59.9% of Space Star tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 88k miles at test. The main causes 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 and a torn suspension dust cover. That said, 5.2% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

06

Chevrolet Lacetti

3,721 tests · 75,789 avg mi · 60.4% pass

60.4%

Only 60.4% of Lacetti tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 76k miles at test. The main causes 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 and a number-plate lamp out. That said, 6.5% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

07

Citroen C15

1,524 tests · 96,163 avg mi · 60.6% pass

60.6%

Only 60.6% of C15 tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 96k miles at test. The main causes 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 and a split CV-joint boot. That said, 4.8% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 60.6% of Patriot tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 102k miles at test. The main causes are worn suspension bushes and worn suspension bushes. That said, 5.6% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

09

Chevrolet Kalos

4,426 tests · 66,724 avg mi · 60.9% pass

60.9%

Only 60.9% of Kalos tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 67k miles at test. The main causes are a defective headlamp lens and 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. That said, 5.6% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 61.1% of Stilo tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 92k miles at test. The main causes are a broken or weak spring and worn suspension bushes. That said, 4.4% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 61.2% of Convoy tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 91k miles at test. The main causes 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 and a number-plate lamp out. That said, 4.7% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

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Nissan Cabstar

14,369 tests · 88,358 avg mi · 61.4% pass

61.4%

Only 61.4% of Cabstar tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 88k miles at test. The main causes are windscreen damage and a weak handbrake. That said, 4.1% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

13

Peugeot 307

53,568 tests · 103,116 avg mi · 61.4% pass

61.4%

Only 61.4% of 307 tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 103k miles at test. The main causes are a number-plate lamp out and a defective headlamp lens. That said, 7.2% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

14

Nissan Primastar

15,714 tests · 140,234 avg mi · 61.7% pass

61.7%

Only 61.7% of Primastar tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 140k miles at test. The main causes are a worn steering ball joint and windscreen damage. That said, 5.5% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

15

Citroen Grand C4 Picasso

7,256 tests · 102,392 avg mi · 62.0% pass

62.0%

Only 62.0% of Grand C4 Picasso tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 102k miles at test. The main causes are a number-plate lamp out and a lamp out. That said, 7.5% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 62.2% of Express tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 83k miles at test. The main causes are a split CV-joint boot and 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. That said, 4.5% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 62.3% of Cerato tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 86k miles at test. The main causes are a number-plate lamp out and 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. That said, 4.7% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 62.4% of Terrano tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 113k miles at test. The main causes 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 and a split CV-joint boot. That said, 6.3% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

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Citroen Xsara

46,898 tests · 104,234 avg mi · 62.5% pass

62.5%

Only 62.5% of Xsara tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 104k miles at test. The main causes are a number-plate lamp out and 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. That said, 6.4% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

20

Fiat Scudo

13,148 tests · 138,757 avg mi · 62.6% pass

62.6%

Only 62.6% of Scudo tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 139k miles at test. The main causes are a split CV-joint boot and a missing CV-joint boot. That said, 6.4% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 62.6% of Maxus tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 115k miles at test. The main causes are a corroded brake pipe and a split CV-joint boot. That said, 5.6% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 62.7% of Shogun Pinin tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 83k miles at test. The main causes 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 and a defective headlamp lens. That said, 5.6% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

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Chevrolet Aveo

13,906 tests · 69,765 avg mi · 62.8% pass

62.8%

Only 62.8% of Aveo tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 70k miles at test. The main causes are a number-plate lamp out and worn suspension bushes. That said, 5.8% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 62.8% of Grandis tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 123k miles at test. The main causes are a defective headlamp lens and a number-plate lamp out. That said, 6.7% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 62.9% of Seicento tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 59k miles at test. The main causes are headlamp aim out of spec and 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. That said, 4.2% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 62.9% of Multipla tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 96k miles at test. The main causes are worn suspension bushes and a split CV-joint boot. That said, 4.0% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 63.0% of Stream tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 114k miles at test. The main causes are a defective headlamp lens and a torn steering gaiter. That said, 8.4% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

28

Volkswagen LT

10,357 tests · 157,912 avg mi · 63.0% pass

63.0%

Only 63.0% of LT tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 158k miles at test. The main causes are windscreen damage and a weak handbrake. That said, 5.7% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

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Hyundai Coupe

9,831 tests · 88,966 avg mi · 63.0% pass

63.0%

Only 63.0% of Coupe tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 89k miles at test. The main causes are a weak handbrake and a number-plate lamp out. That said, 4.8% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.

Only 63.0% of Interstar tests pass on the first visit, with the fleet averaging 139k miles at test. The main causes are a number-plate lamp out and windscreen damage. That said, 5.2% of tests are pass-after-rectification — a portion of those failures are fixable at the station, not on a flatbed.