CHEVROLET SILVERADO (2003)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 31 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests (2024)
31
Avg Mileage
104,155 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,097
Is the 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the CHEVROLET brand average of 76%.
At 21 years old, 90% of CHEVROLET SILVERADOs from 2003 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 31 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 104,155 miles.
How does the 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO has 104,155 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 155,400 miles for a 21-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
The 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO is a performance with a 5300cc petrol engine. 31 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 7% of all 2003 cars for reliability.
With an average of 104,155 miles at 21 years old, CHEVROLET SILVERADO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO Fuel Costs
The 5300cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 (£175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
At 21 years old, the CHEVROLET SILVERADO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 31 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MERCEDES CLK (2004) 76% pass rate (-14%) from 8,352 tests
- MERCEDES SL (2003) 86% pass rate (-4%) from 5,173 tests
- MERCEDES ML (2005) 75% pass rate (-15%) from 2,047 tests
- BMW M5 (2005) 91% pass rate (+1%) from 597 tests