Chevrolet Gmc Silverado Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Chevrolet Gmc Silverado reliable? We analysed 1,249 real MOT tests across 118 vehicles to find out.
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The Chevrolet Gmc Silverado is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, parking brake recording little or no effort and direction indicator incorrect colour. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Chevrolet Gmc Silverado.
Chevrolet Gmc Silverado Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Chevrolet Gmc Silverado. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Chevrolet Gmc Silverado MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Chevrolet Gmc Silverado to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Chevrolet Gmc Silverado Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Chevrolet Gmc Silverado fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Chevrolet Gmc Silverado Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Chevrolet Gmc Silverado owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Chevrolet Gmc Silverado MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Chevrolet Gmc Silverado year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 70 | 78.6% | 46,445 | 74,434 | 144,909 |
| 2003 | 123 | 75.6% | 77,353 | 115,239 | 181,191 |
| 2002 | 80 | 76.3% | 87,810 | 119,318 | 157,238 |
| 2000 | 75 | 85.3% | 112,962 | 161,677 | 252,852 |
| 1999 | 62 | 82.3% | 84,286 | 132,480 | 162,736 |
| 1997 | 86 | 76.7% | 123,232 | 135,841 | 160,960 |
| 1996 | 110 | 78.2% | 80,430 | 123,470 | 170,823 |
| 1995 | 97 | 76.3% | 49,699 | 123,246 | 137,329 |
| 1994 | 81 | 77.8% | 128,549 | 159,212 | 183,108 |
| 1992 | 54 | 63.0% | 73,930 | 207,600 | 233,562 |
How Long Does a Chevrolet Gmc Silverado Last?
Based on 118 Chevrolet Gmc Silverado vehicles on UK roads.
Chevrolet Gmc Silverado Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Chevrolet Gmc Silverado 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 Chevrolet Gmc Silverado
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.3% MOT pass rate from 75 tests
63.0% MOT pass rate from 54 tests
The best year to buy a used Chevrolet Gmc Silverado is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.3% across 75 tests. The 1992 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Chevrolet Gmc Silverado Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Gmc Silverado THIS CAR | 78.4% | 1,249 | 112,227 mi | 34 yrs |
| Chevrolet Gmc Corvette | 84.5% | 19,643 | 54,900 mi | 62 yrs |
| Chevrolet Gmc Camaro | 80% | 9,912 | 66,600 mi | 59 yrs |
| Chevrolet Gmc Blazer V6 Auto | 69.1% | 5,489 | 78,910 mi | 28 yrs |
| Ford Galaxy Zetec TDCI | 82.8% | 1,689 | 119,834 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Chevrolet Gmc Corvette (84.5% pass rate) and the Chevrolet Gmc Camaro (80.0% pass rate), the Chevrolet Gmc Silverado trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Chevrolet Gmc Silverado has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.4% across 1,249 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 Chevrolet Gmc Silverado are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (33 recorded failures), parking brake recording little or no effort (24), and direction indicator incorrect colour (24). 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 Chevrolet Gmc Silverado owner drives around 2,428 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 Chevrolet Gmc Silverado models stay on UK roads for around 34 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.