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Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto reliable? We analysed 4,231 real MOT tests across 367 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,231 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
78.6%
Typical Mileage
69,466mi
Annual Mileage
2,752mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
28yrs

The Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto.

Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

79.8%
2001
75.5%
2000
79%
1999
78.6%
1998

Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Brake pipe excessively corroded 275
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 103
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96
position lamp(s) not working 85
Stop lamp not working 77
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 73
brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened 68
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 66
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54
parking brake recording little or no effort 46

Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
1,114 mi/yr
Typical
2,752 mi/yr
Average
4,913 mi/yr
Heavy usage
5,784 mi/yr

Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2001 1,299 79.8% 42,490 61,102 86,202
2000 642 75.5% 51,820 72,914 98,326
1999 1,384 79.0% 50,113 71,104 94,905
1998 805 78.6% 52,466 73,698 96,213

How Long Does a Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto Last?

Based on 367 Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
15.7 years
Median
15.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
28 years

Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
69,466 mi
75th Percentile
92,814 mi
95th Percentile
141,576 mi
Max Recorded
920,980 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2001

79.8% MOT pass rate from 1,299 tests

Year to avoid
2000

75.5% MOT pass rate from 642 tests

The best year to buy a used Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.8% across 1,299 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto THIS CAR 78.6% 4,231 69,466 mi 28 yrs
Cadillac Cts 76.3% 2,997 44,836 mi 21 yrs
Cadillac Escalade 79.6% 2,148 67,102 mi 24 yrs
Cadillac Fleetwood 82.9% 1,425 64,614 mi 47 yrs
Panther Kallista 78.1% 3,200 46,320 mi 43 yrs

Compared to the Cadillac Cts (76.3% pass rate) and the Cadillac Escalade (79.6% pass rate), the Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto?

The Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.6% across 4,231 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 Seville Sts V8 Auto are brake pipe excessively corroded (275 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (103), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (96). 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 Seville Sts V8 Auto owner drives around 2,752 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 Seville Sts V8 Auto models stay on UK roads for around 28 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.

Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto reliable?
Based on 4,231 MOT tests, the Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto has a 78.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto?
The most common MOT failures are brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto do per year?
The typical Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto does around 2,752 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto last?
Most Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto models stay on UK roads for around 28 years based on our analysis of 367 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Cadillac Seville Sts V8 Auto is 2001 with a 79.8% pass rate across 1,299 tests.