Chevrolet Kalos
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 4 years from 4,772 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
65%
Total Tests
4,772
Best Year
2007 (67%)
Years Covered
4
About the Chevrolet Kalos
The Chevrolet Kalos has been tested 4,772 times in 2026 MOT data across 4 model years (2005 to 2008), with an average pass rate of 65%. That's 17 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2007 model is the most reliable with a 67% pass rate from 1,693 tests. The 2005 model has the lowest at 64%. With just a 3 point spread, the Kalos is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Reliability Trend
The CHEVROLET KALOS has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2005) averages 71,009 miles, while the newest (2008) averages 62,124 miles.
Compared to the Chevrolet brand average of 76%, the Kalos is 11 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Chevrolet models.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Chevrolet Kalos by Year
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