Cadillac Cts Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Cadillac Cts reliable? We analysed 2,997 real MOT tests across 256 vehicles to find out.
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The Cadillac Cts is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Cadillac Cts.
Cadillac Cts Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Cadillac Cts. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Cadillac Cts MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Cadillac Cts to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Cadillac Cts Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Cadillac Cts fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Cadillac Cts Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Cadillac Cts owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Cadillac Cts MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Cadillac Cts year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 62 | 75.8% | 19,242 | 41,537 | 69,493 |
| 2010 | 58 | 75.9% | 35,469 | 68,213 | 81,015 |
| 2009 | 134 | 77.6% | 35,736 | 50,378 | 60,355 |
| 2008 | 99 | 82.8% | 24,790 | 43,494 | 72,125 |
| 2007 | 122 | 69.7% | 35,238 | 47,770 | 59,150 |
| 2006 | 594 | 79.5% | 28,124 | 47,414 | 64,479 |
| 2005 | 1,817 | 74.8% | 24,812 | 42,119 | 63,524 |
How Long Does a Cadillac Cts Last?
Based on 256 Cadillac Cts vehicles on UK roads.
Cadillac Cts Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Cadillac Cts 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 Cadillac Cts
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.8% MOT pass rate from 99 tests
69.7% MOT pass rate from 122 tests
The best year to buy a used Cadillac Cts is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.8% across 99 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Cadillac Cts Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadillac Cts THIS CAR | 76.3% | 2,997 | 44,836 mi | 21 yrs |
| Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto | 78.6% | 4,231 | 69,466 mi | 28 yrs |
| Cadillac Escalade | 79.6% | 2,148 | 67,102 mi | 24 yrs |
| Cadillac Fleetwood | 82.9% | 1,425 | 64,614 mi | 47 yrs |
| Volkswagen High Up | 88.4% | 5,115 | 35,182 mi | 13 yrs |
Compared to the Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto (78.6% pass rate) and the Cadillac Escalade (79.6% pass rate), the Cadillac Cts trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Cadillac Cts has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.3% across 2,997 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Cadillac Cts are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (69 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (67), and brake pipe excessively corroded (59). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Cadillac Cts owner drives around 4,051 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Cadillac Cts models stay on UK roads for around 21 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.