2011 Chevrolet Orlando — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 8,503 MOT tests, the 2011 Chevrolet Orlando recorded a 75.0% pass rate. MPVs of a similar age fail at 24.1%, so the 2011 Orlando sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and emissions & environmental.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 15.6% of all tests — 6.8 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, position lamp and brake pads — coil spring alone was recorded 622 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 29.3% versus 13.4%.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 3.3pp more often than petrol ones (26.8% vs 23.5%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 30.3% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.6% | 1,326 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.8% | 749 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 7.9% | 671 |
| 4 | Brakes | 7.3% | 622 |
| 5 | Tyres | 6.2% | 525 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.7% | 401 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 622 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 573 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 376 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 351 |
| 5 | Individual direction indicators | 342 |
| 6 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 319 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 30.3% | 2,577 |
| 2 | Brakes | 24.1% | 2,046 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 23.7% | 2,016 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 18.1% | 1,543 |
| 5 | Other defects | 15.3% | 1,301 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.0% | 1,280 |
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 | 67 | 13.4% |
| 30-60k | 876 | 17.7% |
| 60-90k | 3,115 | 24.1% |
| 90-120k | 2,937 | 26.7% |
| 120-150k | 1,084 | 28.2% |
| 150k+ | 417 | 29.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 4,615 | 23.5% |
| Diesel | 3,888 | 26.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,038 | 25.9% |
| 2022 | 1,882 | 24.3% |
| 2023 | 1,741 | 25.2% |
| 2024 | 1,537 | 24.8% |
| 2025 | 1,305 | 24.8% |
What to check before buying a 2011 Orlando
On a 2011 Orlando, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 15.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (15.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (8.8% 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.
- Emissions & environmental (7.9% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
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 2011 Chevrolet Orlandos pass their MOT?
75.0% of the 8,503 2011 Chevrolet Orlando MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2011 Chevrolet Orlando?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.6% of tests, followed by suspension (8.8%).
Does the 2011 Orlando get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.4% in the 0-30k band to 29.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 8,503 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.