Beta Evo Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Beta Evo reliable? We analysed 1,169 real MOT tests across 644 vehicles to find out.
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The Beta Evo is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Beta Evo.
Beta Evo Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Beta Evo. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Beta Evo MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Beta Evo to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Beta Evo Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Beta Evo fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Beta Evo MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Beta Evo year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 53 | 92.5% | 222 | 222 | 222 |
| 2019 | 102 | 95.1% | 68 | 126 | 126 |
| 2018 | 96 | 91.7% | — | — | — |
| 2017 | 150 | 93.3% | 459 | 664 | 777 |
| 2016 | 120 | 90.8% | 1 | 1 | 143 |
| 2015 | 152 | 92.1% | 554 | 615 | 676 |
| 2014 | 124 | 92.7% | 69 | 100 | 164 |
| 2013 | 78 | 92.3% | 1,029 | 1,320 | 1,610 |
| 2011 | 52 | 78.8% | 6,058 | 12,115 | 12,135 |
| 2010 | 63 | 88.9% | 39 | 39 | 39 |
| 2009 | 53 | 84.9% | — | — | — |
How Long Does a Beta Evo Last?
Based on 644 Beta Evo vehicles on UK roads.
Beta Evo Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Beta Evo MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Beta Evo
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.1% MOT pass rate from 102 tests
78.8% MOT pass rate from 52 tests
The best year to buy a used Beta Evo is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.1% across 102 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Beta Evo Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beta Evo THIS CAR | 91.5% | 1,169 | 193 mi | 17 yrs |
| Beta Rr | 83.8% | 4,552 | 1,684 mi | 13 yrs |
| Beta Xtrainer | 84.7% | 2,735 | 1,818 mi | 11 yrs |
| Beta Alp 4T-200 | 84% | 1,371 | 4,018 mi | 26 yrs |
| Peugeot 207 S HDI 67 | 77.5% | 2,008 | 123,061 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Beta Rr (83.8% pass rate) and the Beta Xtrainer (84.7% pass rate), the Beta Evo outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Beta EvoShould you buy a used Beta Evo?
The Beta Evo has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.5% across 1,169 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s with 3 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
In terms of longevity, most Beta Evo models stay on UK roads for around 17 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.