Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Reva G Wiz?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2006 Reva G Wiz?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2006 Reva G Wiz?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2006 Reva G Wiz reliable?

Based on MOT data from 267 vehicles, the 2006 Reva G Wiz has a first-time MOT pass rate of 80.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2006 Reva G Wiz?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2006 Reva G Wiz are: Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (1.3% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (1.3% of vehicles), Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (1.3% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 Reva G Wiz?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Reva G Wiz (2006)

267 real MOT outcomes analysed • 80.6% first-time pass rate

2006 Reva G Wiz

CarHunch analysed 267 real MOT records for the 2006 Reva G Wiz. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2006 G-Wiz passes its MOT first time in 73.9% of cases, which is below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these ageing electric runabouts need more attention than typical cars of this age. The 12.4% dangerous defect rate is relatively modest, so safety issues aren't a major red flag here.

At nearly 14,000 miles median mileage for an 18-year-old car, these G-Wizs have been driven sparingly, yet they're still accumulating an average of 1.89 failures and 4.0 advisories per MOT—a sign that age and storage conditions matter more than use. Before buying, have an independent inspection focus on the battery pack condition and electrical systems, as these quirky urban commuters are prone to degradation that standard MOT tests don't always catch.

We have limited data for the 2006 Reva G Wiz — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

80.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

12.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.89

Over 8.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

14k

Middle half: 10k–18k

For context

These stats describe 267 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 267 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 1.3%

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Nail in tyre · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Lighting 1.3%

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment · Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured · Offside Headlamp aim too high

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Wipers & washers 1.3%

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

Other issues 1%

Oil leak

Brake wear 0.7%

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. · Brakes imbalanced across an axle · Parking brake: efficiency below requirements · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 0.7%

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play · Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006.

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Before you buy a 2006 Reva G Wiz

Based on MOT data from 267 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 12.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Electric (100%)	266	80.6%	1.89

Colour Breakdown

Based on 757 Reva G Wiz vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 36.1%

273

Silver 27.1%

205

Blue 22.9%

173

Green 4.5%

Purple 3.7%

Red 2.8%

Multi-colour 1.3%

Yellow 0.9%

Pink 0.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Reva G Wiz vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

13,793

typical

9,634

low mileage

17,927

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Reva G Wiz vehicles fall between 9,634 and 17,927 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 9,634 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 9,634–17,927 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Reva G Wizs sit.

⚠ Over 24,201 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Reva G Wiz — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 22% of 2006 Reva G Wizs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 30 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (22% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

8.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.89

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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