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Chevrolet Pick Up Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Chevrolet Pick Up reliable? We analysed 2,804 real MOT tests across 273 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,804 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
76.0%
Typical Mileage
81,718mi
Annual Mileage
2,786mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
36yrs

The Chevrolet Pick Up is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush, fog lamp not working and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Chevrolet Pick Up.

Chevrolet Pick Up Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Chevrolet Pick Up. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Chevrolet Pick Up MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Chevrolet Pick Up to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93%
2014
84.5%
2012
86.5%
2010
82.6%
2009
82%
2008
75.6%
2007
77.9%
2006
71%
2005
69.2%
2004
83.1%
2003
68%
2002
68.8%
2001
67.4%
2000
70.2%
1999
75%
1998
75%
1997
88.6%
1994
84.9%
1993
84.3%
1992
73.8%
1990

Chevrolet Pick Up Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Chevrolet Pick Up fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush 84
fog lamp not working 82
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 60
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58
position lamp(s) not working 50
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 41
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 40
Stop lamp not working 39
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 37

Chevrolet Pick Up Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Chevrolet Pick Up owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
789 mi/yr
Typical
2,786 mi/yr
Average
4,843 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,496 mi/yr

Chevrolet Pick Up MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Chevrolet Pick Up year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2014 57 93.0% 2,576 8,071 53,217
2012 58 84.5% 9,935 26,406 40,788
2010 52 86.5% 2,089 52,846 153,280
2009 69 82.6% 9,587 53,248 76,745
2008 61 82.0% 24,789 79,235 84,699
2007 86 75.6% 50,014 76,251 152,935
2006 199 77.9% 21,177 47,034 85,735
2005 503 71.0% 52,090 83,155 115,557
2004 195 69.2% 59,657 84,644 124,215
2003 77 83.1% 9,044 57,464 96,752
2002 103 68.0% 64,855 86,325 118,430
2001 202 68.8% 56,518 95,962 120,731
2000 132 67.4% 98,552 122,148 138,968
1999 57 70.2% 54,278 74,106 114,597
1998 156 75.0% 78,260 112,716 143,924
1997 120 75.0% 74,610 106,924 178,645
1994 79 88.6% 46,520 72,847 126,372
1993 73 84.9% 92,643 162,771 179,169
1992 51 84.3% 59,658 178,644 194,882
1990 61 73.8% 103,900 192,882 234,690

How Long Does a Chevrolet Pick Up Last?

Based on 273 Chevrolet Pick Up vehicles on UK roads.

Average
18.9 years
Median
14.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
36 years

Chevrolet Pick Up Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Chevrolet Pick Up MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
81,718 mi
75th Percentile
126,260 mi
95th Percentile
203,768 mi
Max Recorded
950,555 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Chevrolet Pick Up

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

Best year
2014

93.0% MOT pass rate from 57 tests

Year to avoid
2000

67.4% MOT pass rate from 132 tests

The best year to buy a used Chevrolet Pick Up is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.0% across 57 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Chevrolet Pick Up Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Chevrolet Pick Up THIS CAR 76.0% 2,804 81,718 mi 36 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
Skoda Favorit Glxie Flairline 60.9% 1,141 73,210 mi 32 yrs

Compared to the Chevrolet Matiz (70.8% pass rate) and the Chevrolet Spark (71.9% pass rate), the Chevrolet Pick Up outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Chevrolet Pick Up?

The Chevrolet Pick Up has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.0% across 2,804 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 Pick Up are leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (84 recorded failures), fog lamp not working (82), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (60). 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 Pick Up owner drives around 2,786 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 Pick Up models stay on UK roads for around 36 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.

Chevrolet Pick Up — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Chevrolet Pick Up reliable?
Based on 2,804 MOT tests, the Chevrolet Pick Up has a 76.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Chevrolet Pick Up?
The most common MOT failures are leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush, fog lamp not working, and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Chevrolet Pick Up do per year?
The typical Chevrolet Pick Up does around 2,786 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Chevrolet Pick Up last?
Most Chevrolet Pick Up models stay on UK roads for around 36 years based on our analysis of 273 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Chevrolet Pick Up?
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 Chevrolet Pick Up?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Chevrolet Pick Up is 2014 with a 93.0% pass rate across 57 tests.