Chevrolet Tacuma Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Chevrolet Tacuma car check
Is the Chevrolet Tacuma reliable? We analysed 87,419 real MOT tests across 7,629 vehicles to find out.
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The Chevrolet Tacuma is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Chevrolet Tacuma.
Chevrolet Tacuma Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Chevrolet Tacuma. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Chevrolet Tacuma MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Chevrolet Tacuma to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Chevrolet Tacuma Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Chevrolet Tacuma fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Chevrolet Tacuma Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Chevrolet Tacuma owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Chevrolet Tacuma MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Chevrolet Tacuma year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 332 | 71.7% | 31,403 | 49,565 | 70,693 |
| 2008 | 12,090 | 74.2% | 28,682 | 44,142 | 62,351 |
| 2007 | 23,670 | 74.5% | 29,982 | 46,132 | 65,407 |
| 2006 | 21,008 | 73.3% | 32,110 | 48,411 | 67,029 |
| 2005 | 30,130 | 73.4% | 34,560 | 51,010 | 70,327 |
| 2004 | 52 | 71.2% | 32,984 | 45,700 | 60,818 |
How Long Does a Chevrolet Tacuma Last?
Based on 7,629 Chevrolet Tacuma vehicles on UK roads.
Chevrolet Tacuma Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Chevrolet Tacuma 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 Tacuma
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
74.5% MOT pass rate from 23,670 tests
71.2% MOT pass rate from 52 tests
The best year to buy a used Chevrolet Tacuma is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.5% across 23,670 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Chevrolet Tacuma Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Tacuma THIS CAR | 73.8% | 87,419 | 48,136 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 |
| Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Dynamic S/s | 78.9% | 31,807 | 58,357 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Chevrolet Matiz (70.8% pass rate) and the Chevrolet Spark (71.9% pass rate), the Chevrolet Tacuma outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Chevrolet TacumaShould you buy a used Chevrolet Tacuma?
The Chevrolet Tacuma has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.8% across 87,419 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Chevrolet Tacuma are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4,161 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (2,705), and brake pipe excessively corroded (2,545). 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 Tacuma owner drives around 5,740 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 Tacuma 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.