2011 Chevrolet Cruze 2.0L Diesel · BC11 VEA
2011 Chevrolet Cruze (2.0L, diesel). First registered 14/06/2011. Recorded mileage 137,320 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET CRUZE
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/01/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,320 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1998cc
BC11 VEA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/01/2025
- 137,320 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Chevrolet Cruze
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
BC11 VEA Mileage History
- 30/12/2021100,029 mi
- 30/12/2022115,377 mi+15,348 mi
- 02/01/2024127,885 mi+12,508 mi
- 11/01/2024127,933 mi+48 mi
- 25/01/2025137,320 mi+9,387 mi
Average of roughly 12,139 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BC11 VEA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (BC11 VEA) between December 2021 and January 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: CHEVROLET CRUZE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Diesel Oil Dilution and DPF Clogging(Serious)
Incomplete DPF regenerations lead to fuel entering the oil sump. If not caught, this can lead to engine "runaway" or bearing failure.
- M32 Gearbox Bearing Failure(Serious)
Like its Vauxhall cousins, the 6-speed manual gearbox can suffer from bearing wear, eventually leading to total failure.
- Cooling System Thermostat and Water Pump Failures(Moderate)
The thermostat housing and water pump are common failure points. The plastic thermostat housing can crack, and the water pump can develop leaks, leading to overheating.
- Electrical Sensor and Warning Light Faults(Moderate)
Various sensors including crankshaft position, oxygen, and mass air flow sensors can fail, triggering warning lights and causing poor running. The electronic boot release is also a known failure point.
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