General Motors Escalade MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 58 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 29.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
General Motors Escalade MOT Reliability Overview
The General Motors Escalade is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 58 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.7% and a failure rate of 29.3%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the General Motors Escalade earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average General Motors Escalade presents for MOT with approximately 85,454 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the General Motors Escalade is Brakes, affecting 43.1% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 41.4%. Suspension rounds out the top three at 24.1%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 51.7% | 30 |
| 2 | Brakes | 43.1% | 25 |
| 3 | Suspension | 25.9% | 15 |
| 4 | Tyres | 19.0% | 11 |
| 5 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 15.5% | 9 |
| 6 | Steering | 12.1% | 7 |
| 7 | Driver's View Of The Road | 10.3% | 6 |
| 8 | Visibility | 6.9% | 4 |
| 9 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 3.4% | 2 |
| 10 | Road Wheels | 1.7% | 1 |
| 11 | Non-component Advisories | 1.7% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 85,454 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 6.05 | 51.7% | 30 |
| Brakes | 5.04 | 43.1% | 25 |
| Suspension | 3.03 | 25.9% | 15 |
| Tyres | 2.22 | 19.0% | 11 |
| Visibility | 2.02 | 17.2% | 10 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 1.82 | 15.5% | 9 |
| Steering | 1.41 | 12.1% | 7 |
| Seat Belts | 0.40 | 3.4% | 2 |
| Wheels | 0.20 | 1.7% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.20 | 1.7% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average General Motors Escalade has 85,454 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The General Motors Escalade has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 3.43% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About General Motors Escalade MOT Data
The General Motors Escalade is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 58 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.7% and a failure rate of 29.3%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For General Motors Escalade owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on brakes and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Escalade is likely to perform.
Brakes — 43.1% of failures
Brakes issues account for 43.1% of MOT failures on the General Motors Escalade. 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 — 41.4% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 41.4% of MOT failures on the General Motors Escalade. 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.
Suspension — 24.1% of failures
Suspension issues account for 24.1% of MOT failures on the General Motors Escalade. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the General Motors Escalade?
Based on 58 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the General Motors Escalade has an overall pass rate of 70.7% (29.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a General Motors Escalade?
The top 3 reasons a General Motors Escalade fails its MOT are: 1. Brakes (43.1%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (41.4%), 3. Suspension (24.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the General Motors Escalade reliable?
With a 29.3% MOT failure rate, the Escalade is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my General Motors Escalade?
Based on failure data, focus on: Brakes (43.1%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (41.4%); Suspension (24.1%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.