2017 Chevrolet Cruze 1.4L Petrol · AY66 FPE

The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze presents a stable and largely clean roadworthiness profile based on the available DVSA records. The most recent MOT, conducted on 23 March 2022 at 77,514 miles, passed with zero defects recorded, indicating no active mechanical or structural failures at that time. However, a significant gap exists between that test and today's date of 18 June 2026, meaning the vehicle has operated without a valid MOT certificate for over four years. This extended lapse raises serious concerns about the car's current condition, as no recent independent verification of its safety-critical systems exists. The mileage pattern reveals a notable anomaly. Between the April 2021 test at 66,752 miles and the March 2022 test at 77,514 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 10,762 miles in just under eleven months, which is broadly consistent with typical annual usage for a car of this age. Yet the recorded mileage has remained static at 77,514 miles since March 2022. This suggests the Cruze has either been standing unused for over four years or has been driven without a valid MOT, both of which carry distinct mechanical implications. Prolonged standing can lead to deteriorated brake discs, seized calipers, perished rubber bushes, and fuel system issues, while unrecorded use raises questions about undocumented wear. A buyer inspecting this vehicle in person should prioritise the rear brake system and suspension components. The April 2021 test flagged both rear tyres worn close to the legal limit and on the edges, pointing to possible misalignment or neglected tyre rotation. The nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint also showed slight play at that test, a defect that typically worsens over time and can cause knocking over uneven surfaces. With no subsequent test to confirm whether these items were addressed, a thorough check of the rear suspension bushes, ball joints, and wheel alignment is essential. Brake disc surface condition and caliper operation should also be examined carefully, particularly if the car has been stationary for an extended period. Tyre age, not just tread depth, deserves attention given the vehicle's age, as rubber compounds degrade regardless of use.