Chevrolet Lacetti Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Chevrolet Lacetti reliable? We analysed 203,671 real MOT tests across 15,288 vehicles to find out.
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The Chevrolet Lacetti is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, registration plate lamp not working and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Chevrolet Lacetti.
Chevrolet Lacetti Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Chevrolet Lacetti. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Chevrolet Lacetti MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Chevrolet Lacetti to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Chevrolet Lacetti Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Chevrolet Lacetti fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Chevrolet Lacetti Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Chevrolet Lacetti owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Chevrolet Lacetti MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Chevrolet Lacetti year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 2,575 | 72.5% | 33,019 | 51,751 | 74,951 |
| 2010 | 6,969 | 72.2% | 30,123 | 49,682 | 72,690 |
| 2009 | 26,112 | 70.3% | 30,617 | 48,519 | 69,815 |
| 2008 | 36,341 | 69.5% | 33,633 | 51,326 | 72,412 |
| 2007 | 38,069 | 69.7% | 36,181 | 53,993 | 75,022 |
| 2006 | 46,106 | 68.6% | 33,870 | 51,806 | 73,627 |
| 2005 | 47,162 | 68.6% | 34,714 | 52,333 | 73,200 |
| 2004 | 208 | 64.4% | 34,140 | 50,198 | 65,296 |
How Long Does a Chevrolet Lacetti Last?
Based on 15,288 Chevrolet Lacetti vehicles on UK roads.
Chevrolet Lacetti Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Chevrolet Lacetti 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 Lacetti
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
72.5% MOT pass rate from 2,575 tests
64.4% MOT pass rate from 208 tests
The best year to buy a used Chevrolet Lacetti is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 72.5% across 2,575 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Chevrolet Lacetti Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Lacetti THIS CAR | 69.3% | 203,671 | 51,762 mi | 21 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 |
| Daewoo Tacuma | 70.6% | 100,978 | 55,364 mi | 26 yrs |
Compared to the Chevrolet Matiz (70.8% pass rate) and the Chevrolet Spark (71.9% pass rate), the Chevrolet Lacetti trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Chevrolet LacettiShould you buy a used Chevrolet Lacetti?
The Chevrolet Lacetti has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.3% across 203,671 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Chevrolet Lacetti are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (8,485 recorded failures), registration plate lamp not working (6,254), and position lamp(s) not working (5,604). 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 Lacetti owner drives around 5,616 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 Lacetti 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.