2005 Chevrolet Suburban MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Suburban models manufactured in 2005, based on 43 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2005 Chevrolet Suburban MOT Analysis
The 2005 Chevrolet Suburban has an MOT pass rate of 76.7% based on 43 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 63,179 miles on the odometer. With a 23.3% failure rate, the 2005 Suburban is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is Brakes, responsible for 11.6% of failures. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs range from £150–400. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment is the second most common issue at 4.7%. Identification of the vehicle follows at 2.3%.
Top failures specific to 2005 models only. The overall Suburban page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 11.6% | 5 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 4.7% | 2 |
| 3 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 2.3% | 1 |
| 4 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 2.3% | 1 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 63,179 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 1.84 | 11.6% | 5 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.74 | 4.7% | 2 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.37 | 2.3% | 1 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.37 | 2.3% | 1 |
| Suspension | 0.37 | 2.3% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2005 Chevrolet Suburban has an MOT pass rate of 76.7% based on 43 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 63,179 miles on the odometer. With a 23.3% failure rate, the 2005 Suburban is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2005 Chevrolet Suburban, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to brakes: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm). At 63,179 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Brakes — 11.6% of failures
Brakes issues account for 11.6% of MOT failures on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 4.7% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 4.7% of MOT failures on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Identification of the vehicle — 2.3% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 2.3% of MOT failures on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban models. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.