Chevrolet Kalos (2005)
2005 Chevrolet Kalos
CarHunch analysed 4,117 real MOT records for the 2005 Chevrolet Kalos. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2005 Chevrolet Kalos struggles at MOT time, with a first-time pass rate of just 71.6%—nearly 9 points below the UK average of 80%. More concerning, nearly 30% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which flags serious safety issues that buyers should treat as a red flag.
These Kalos examples average 52,050 miles, which is reasonable for their age, but they accumulate an average of 4.45 failures and 17.5 advisories per test—suggesting chronic wear and maintenance neglect. Before committing to one, get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on brake systems, suspension, and steering components, as these are the areas where the cohort's safety record is weakest.
What to check before buying a 2005 Chevrolet Kalos
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 29.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 4,115 | 71.6% | 4.45 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 65% | 7 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 53.9% | 6 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2005 Chevrolet Kalos vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2005 Chevrolet Kalos vehicles fall between 37,957 and 63,391 miles.
2005 Chevrolet Kalos — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 300 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (8% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2005 Chevrolet Kalos
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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69.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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63.1%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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45.3%
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault
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36.9%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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32.3%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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30.7%
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
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29.9%
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
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29.3%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2005. Counts include advisories and failures.
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