2010 Chevrolet Captiva — MOT failures & pass rate
12,115 MOT tests on the 2010 Chevrolet Captiva are in this dataset, and 68.0% of them passed. Mid-size SUVs of a similar age fail 25.0% of the time, so this is 7.0pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 19.7% of all tests — 3.7 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, stop lamp and pins and bushes — position lamp alone was recorded 918 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 34.0% versus 28.9%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 35.6% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.7% | 2,381 |
| 2 | Suspension | 16.0% | 1,932 |
| 3 | Brakes | 14.3% | 1,729 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.3% | 1,133 |
| 5 | Tyres | 7.2% | 878 |
| 6 | Visibility | 7.2% | 867 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 918 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 902 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 817 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 770 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 713 |
| 6 | Joints | 680 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 35.6% | 4,316 |
| 2 | Brakes | 33.4% | 4,050 |
| 3 | Tyres | 31.5% | 3,814 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 27.8% | 3,364 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 19.3% | 2,343 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 16.7% | 2,027 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 45 | 28.9% |
| 30-60k | 564 | 26.1% |
| 60-90k | 3,178 | 30.6% |
| 90-120k | 5,068 | 32.6% |
| 120-150k | 2,518 | 33.5% |
| 150k+ | 736 | 34.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 12,042 | 32.0% |
| Petrol | 73 | 32.9% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,119 | 32.5% |
| 2022 | 2,839 | 31.7% |
| 2023 | 2,497 | 31.4% |
| 2024 | 2,076 | 33.3% |
| 2025 | 1,584 | 31.0% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Captiva
On a 2010 Captiva, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 19.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (19.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (16.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (14.3% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2010 Chevrolet Captivas pass their MOT?
68.0% of the 12,115 2010 Chevrolet Captiva MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 32.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Chevrolet Captiva?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.7% of tests, followed by suspension (16.0%).
Does the 2010 Captiva get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 28.9% in the 0-30k band to 34.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 12,115 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.