Chevrolet Captiva Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Chevrolet Captiva car check
Is the Chevrolet Captiva reliable? We analysed 171,288 real MOT tests across 11,897 vehicles to find out.
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The Chevrolet Captiva is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Chevrolet Captiva.
Chevrolet Captiva Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Chevrolet Captiva. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Chevrolet Captiva MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Chevrolet Captiva to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Chevrolet Captiva Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Chevrolet Captiva fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Chevrolet Captiva Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Chevrolet Captiva models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Chevrolet Captiva Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Chevrolet Captiva owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Chevrolet Captiva MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Chevrolet Captiva year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 2,241 | 75.0% | 43,007 | 63,471 | 84,600 |
| 2013 | 15,405 | 74.1% | 44,500 | 64,201 | 86,072 |
| 2012 | 18,398 | 72.8% | 45,398 | 66,014 | 88,053 |
| 2011 | 24,202 | 70.8% | 48,086 | 70,592 | 94,478 |
| 2010 | 40,936 | 68.9% | 50,540 | 75,124 | 100,521 |
| 2009 | 22,502 | 68.5% | 48,134 | 72,570 | 99,915 |
| 2008 | 32,806 | 68.9% | 50,378 | 74,554 | 99,922 |
| 2007 | 14,214 | 69.3% | 48,332 | 72,460 | 97,881 |
| 2006 | 64 | 67.2% | 55,996 | 92,847 | 119,052 |
How Long Does a Chevrolet Captiva Last?
Based on 11,897 Chevrolet Captiva vehicles on UK roads.
Chevrolet Captiva Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Chevrolet Captiva 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 Captiva
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.0% MOT pass rate from 2,241 tests
67.2% MOT pass rate from 64 tests
The best year to buy a used Chevrolet Captiva is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.0% across 2,241 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Chevrolet Captiva Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Captiva THIS CAR | 70.1% | 171,288 | 71,562 mi | 19 yrs |
| Chevrolet Matiz | 70.8% | 487,981 | 39,253 mi | 21 yrs |
| Chevrolet Spark | 71.9% | 273,626 | 47,852 mi | 16 yrs |
| Chevrolet Aveo | 69.7% | 241,765 | 48,643 mi | 18 yrs |
| BMW 330 | 87.7% | 130,552 | 54,284 mi | 10 yrs |
Compared to the Chevrolet Matiz (70.8% pass rate) and the Chevrolet Spark (71.9% pass rate), the Chevrolet Captiva trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Chevrolet CaptivaShould you buy a used Chevrolet Captiva?
The Chevrolet Captiva has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.1% across 171,288 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Chevrolet Captiva are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3,000 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (2,987), and stop lamp not working (2,441). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Chevrolet Captiva with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Chevrolet Captiva owner drives around 7,121 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 Captiva models stay on UK roads for around 19 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.