Great Wall Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Great Wall model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 2,174 real MOT tests.
Average Great Wall MOT pass rate: 72%
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Models tested
Great Wall Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Great Wall Steed Se Td 4x4 | 29% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 2 | Great Wall Steed | 28% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 3 | Great Wall Steed S Td 4x4 | 27% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear |
Most Reliable Great Wall Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Great Wall models least likely to have MOT problems
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Great Wall Steed S Td 4x4 | 73% | |
| 2 | Great Wall Steed | 71% | |
| 3 | Great Wall Steed Se Td 4x4 | 70% |
All Great Wall Models by Fail Rate
Every Great Wall model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steed Se Td 4x4 | 2013 | 67% | 32% | |
| Steed | 2013 | 68% | 32% | |
| Steed | 2014 | 68% | 31% | |
| Steed S Td 4x4 | 2013 | 72% | 28% | |
| Steed | 2017 | 71% | 27% | |
| Steed | 2015 | 73% | 26% | |
| Steed Se Td 4x4 | 2012 | 73% | 26% | |
| Steed S Td 4x4 | 2012 | 74% | 25% | |
| Steed | 2016 | 77% | 23% |
Great Wall MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Great Wall cars?
The most common MOT problems on Great Wall cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Great Wall diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Steed Se Td 4x4 has the highest average fail rate at 29%.
Which Great Wall model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Great Wall model in our data is the Steed S Td 4x4 with an average MOT pass rate of 73%. View all Great Wall models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Great Wall?
The average MOT pass rate for Great Wall is 72%, based on 2,174 MOT tests across 3 models. This means about 28% of Great Wall cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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