2012 CHEVROLET ORLANDO2.0L Diesel

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a stable and consistent maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 17 January 2026 at 107,807 miles passed with no defects or advisories. This follows a five-year streak of clean MOT results, suggesting that the previous owners have proactively addressed any mechanical or safety issues before they could result in a test failure. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year. Between December 2021 at 81,474 miles and January 2026 at 107,807 miles, the car covered 26,333 miles, showing steady usage rather than long periods of neglect. The gap of 8,424 miles recorded between the January 2024 and January 2025 tests indicates regular driving, which is generally beneficial for maintaining seals and preventing the corrosion-related issues often associated with long periods of inactivity. While the digital record shows no recurring faults or structural advisories, a physical inspection should focus on age-related wear that does not always trigger an MOT failure. A buyer should check the condition of rubber components like suspension bushes and bushings, as these can perish over fourteen years regardless of low mileage. Given the vehicle has surpassed the 100,000-mile mark, verifying the brake disc thickness and checking for signs of engine fluid leaks is also warranted. The underbody should be inspected for surface corrosion to ensure no hidden degradation remains that might not have been noted during the standard MOT inspections.