Pilote Unknown Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Pilote Unknown reliable? We analysed 1,475 real MOT tests across 538 vehicles to find out.
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The Pilote Unknown is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Pilote Unknown.
Pilote Unknown Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Pilote Unknown. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Pilote Unknown MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Pilote Unknown to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Pilote Unknown Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Pilote Unknown models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Pilote Unknown Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Pilote Unknown owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Pilote Unknown MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Pilote Unknown year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 201 | 89.1% | 7,122 | 10,615 | 16,033 |
| 2021 | 262 | 93.5% | 9,013 | 12,799 | 17,505 |
| 2020 | 179 | 88.8% | 8,768 | 12,113 | 17,174 |
| 2019 | 174 | 90.8% | 7,543 | 11,080 | 16,920 |
| 2018 | 176 | 92.0% | 8,859 | 12,366 | 16,828 |
| 2017 | 125 | 92.8% | 10,520 | 15,590 | 22,704 |
| 2016 | 160 | 91.3% | 10,722 | 16,686 | 23,098 |
| 2015 | 95 | 86.3% | 12,366 | 22,545 | 28,334 |
How Long Does a Pilote Unknown Last?
Based on 538 Pilote Unknown vehicles on UK roads.
Pilote Unknown Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Pilote Unknown 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 Pilote Unknown
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.5% MOT pass rate from 262 tests
86.3% MOT pass rate from 95 tests
The best year to buy a used Pilote Unknown is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.5% across 262 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Pilote Unknown Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilote Unknown THIS CAR | 90.9% | 1,475 | 12,853 mi | 11 yrs |
| Kawasaki Z250 | 83.9% | 1,777 | 19,455 mi | 47 yrs |
| Renault Kangoo LL21 Bness + Energy DCI | 74.5% | 1,927 | 60,181 mi | — yrs |
| Nissan Qashqai Acenta 2WD | 69.3% | 2,494 | 106,562 mi | — yrs |
| Kia Sportage Gt-ln S Isg HEV 4X4 A | 93.6% | 2,031 | 23,488 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki Z250 (83.9% pass rate) and the Renault Kangoo LL21 Bness + Energy DCI (74.5% pass rate), the Pilote Unknown outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Pilote UnknownShould you buy a used Pilote Unknown?
The Pilote Unknown has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.9% across 1,475 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Pilote Unknown with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Pilote Unknown owner drives around 2,573 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 Pilote Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 11 years. 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.