2009 Chevrolet Cruze 1.6L Petrol · BF59 FFN
2009 Chevrolet Cruze (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2009. Recorded mileage 76,335 miles. MOT expired on 06 Dec 2023. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET CRUZE
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Dec 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,335 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
BF59 FFN Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2022
- 76,335 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: Poor
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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.
BF59 FFN Mileage History
- 06/12/202171,202 mi
- 07/12/202171,203 mi+1 mi
- 01/12/202276,335 mi+5,132 mi
Average of roughly 5,210 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
BF59 FFN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Chevrolet Cruze (BF59 FFN) between December 2021 and December 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 December 2022 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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- Diesel Oil Dilution and DPF CloggingSerious
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 FailureSerious
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 FailuresModerate
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.
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