2013 Chevrolet Cruze 1.7L Diesel · BJ63 XOL
2013 Chevrolet Cruze (1.7L, diesel). First registered 27/12/2013. Recorded mileage 97,984 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET CRUZE
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,984 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2013
- Engine
- 1686cc
BJ63 XOL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/08/2025
- 97,984 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
BJ63 XOL Mileage History
- 12/10/202182,143 mi
- 21/10/202391,257 mi+9,114 mi
- 23/08/202493,671 mi+2,414 mi
- 06/08/202597,984 mi+4,313 mi
Average of roughly 4,151 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
BJ63 XOL 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 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (BJ63 XOL) between October 2021 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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