2012 Chevrolet Orlando 1.8L Petrol · BD12 GAL
2012 Chevrolet Orlando (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 92,390 miles. MOT expired on 20 Jan 2025.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET ORLANDO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Jan 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,390 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
BD12 GAL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/01/2024
- 92,390 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
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Known faults for Chevrolet Orlando
Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
BD12 GAL Mileage History
- 20/01/202279,296 mi
- 21/01/202279,302 mi+6 mi
- 16/01/202386,791 mi+7,489 mi
- 12/01/202492,390 mi+5,599 mi
Average of roughly 6,622 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
BD12 GAL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (BD12 GAL) between January 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 January 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: CHEVROLET ORLANDO
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Automatic Gearbox (6T40/6T45) Failure(Serious)
The 6-speed automatic can suffer from internal "wave plate" failure or solenoid issues if the fluid is not changed regularly.
- Cooling System and Thermostat Issues(Moderate)
Like the Cruze, the Orlando suffers from thermostat housing failures and water pump leaks. The plastic housing can crack and cause coolant loss.
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- Automatic Gearbox (6T40/6T45) FailureSerious
The 6-speed automatic can suffer from internal "wave plate" failure or solenoid issues if the fluid is not changed regularly.
- Cooling System and Thermostat IssuesModerate
Like the Cruze, the Orlando suffers from thermostat housing failures and water pump leaks. The plastic housing can crack and cause coolant loss.
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