Data-driven reliability rankings across every car type — SUVs, hatchbacks, estates, and more. Every ranking is backed by real MOT test records, not surveys.
Best first cars ranked by MOT data: we analysed 8,687 tests across 2,065 vehicles to find the most reliable 2013-2017 models for new drivers.
How PlateInsight calculates vehicle reliability scores from 261 million UK MOT test records. Our data, methodology, and what the numbers mean.
Which 7-seater is most reliable? We analysed 5,493 MOT tests across 1,518 vehicles. The Honda CR-V diesel dominates with 98%+ pass rates across five model.
We analysed 10,116 MOT tests across 2,511 automatic vehicles. Honda CR-V diesels show 96-98% pass rates with torque converter autos. DSG vs CVT compared.
20 rock-solid used cars from our analysis of 11,581 MOT tests. The VW T-Roc R-Line diesel scored 1000/1000 and passes 99.4% of MOTs.
Real MOT data from 6,640 tests across 3,156 vehicles reveals the most reliable used cars under £15k. Diesel SUVs dominate, but watch out for commercial models.
We analysed 12,736 MOT tests across 2,235 vehicles to find which older cars still pass their MOTs. Honda CR-V diesel achieves 95.5% pass rate at 124k miles.
The most reliable cars under £5,000 in 2026, ranked by 15,341 MOT tests across 3,206 vehicles. Honda CR-V leads with 97.5% pass rate, Toyota and Ford follow.
We analysed 55,624 MOT tests across 7,179 convertibles to find the UK's most reliable. The Mercedes SLK250 diesel beats Porsche - here's why.
The most reliable coupes in the UK, analysed across 5,624 MOT tests and 1,615 vehicles. Diesel BMWs and Audis dominate, with pass rates above 91%.
We analysed 9,169 MOT tests across 2,221 estate cars to find the UK's most reliable. Skoda Octavia vRS leads with 96.8% pass rate and 1000/1000 score.
We analysed 7,345 MOT tests across 2,244 family SUVs. The Hyundai Tucson diesel posts a 98.6% pass rate, while the VW Tiguan shows surprising vulnerabilities.
We analysed 10,391 MOT tests across 3,219 hatchbacks to find the UK's most reliable. Ford Focus diesel takes top spot with 97.2% pass rate.
We analysed 6,850 MOT tests across 1,481 MPVs to find the most reliable people carriers. Toyota Verso scores 1000/1000 - Ford dominates the top 10.
We analysed 9,517 MOT tests across 2,244 saloon cars. Toyota Avensis beats BMW 3 Series and Ford Mondeo for reliability. Real DVSA data reveals which to buy.
Based on 6,136 MOT tests across 1,790 vehicles, we reveal which small diesel cars are acing their MOTs. The Audi A3 S Line TDI achieves 98.7%.
We analysed 5,078 MOT tests across 1,963 small SUVs. The VW T-Roc diesel posts a 99.4% pass rate, while Honda CR-V and Tucson also excel. Real data reveals.
Real MOT analysis of 5,078 tests across 1,963 SUVs reveals which 2017-2020 models are genuinely reliable. VW T-Roc tops rankings with 99.4% pass rate.
We analysed 23,022 MOT tests across 5,401 vehicles to find the UK's most reliable used cars. Hyundai Tucson leads with a 98.6% pass rate.