2012 Chevrolet Orlando — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 12,141 MOT tests analysed for the 2012 Chevrolet Orlando, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 75.0% was below the average for cars of a similar age (79.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 28.4% in the 150k+ group versus 17.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.2% | 1,847 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.3% | 1,253 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.7% | 934 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 7.4% | 904 |
| 5 | Tyres | 6.5% | 785 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.6% | 680 |
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 | 1,117 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 778 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 553 |
| 4 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 482 |
| 5 | Wipers | 465 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 450 |
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 | 30.5% | 3,701 |
| 2 | Emissions & environmental | 27.3% | 3,317 |
| 3 | Brakes | 23.3% | 2,831 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 17.1% | 2,073 |
| 5 | Other defects | 15.2% | 1,845 |
| 6 | Suspension | 8.9% | 1,080 |
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 | 127 | 17.3% |
| 30-60k | 2,110 | 20.1% |
| 60-90k | 5,048 | 24.8% |
| 90-120k | 3,335 | 27.1% |
| 120-150k | 1,096 | 28.4% |
| 150k+ | 423 | 28.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 6,826 | 26.6% |
| Petrol | 5,312 | 22.9% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,881 | 24.7% |
| 2022 | 2,685 | 24.9% |
| 2023 | 2,497 | 25.4% |
| 2024 | 2,167 | 24.7% |
| 2025 | 1,911 | 25.3% |
What to check before buying a 2012 Orlando
Before buying a 2012 Chevrolet Orlando, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 15.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (15.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (10.3% 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 (7.7% 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlandos pass their MOT?
75.0% of the 12,141 2012 Chevrolet Orlando MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2012 Chevrolet Orlando?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.2% of tests, followed by suspension (10.3%).
Does the 2012 Orlando get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.3% in the 0-30k band to 28.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 12,141 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.