2011 Chevrolet Aveo 1.2L Petrol · BK11 LBJ
2011 Chevrolet Aveo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 10 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 80,539 miles. MOT valid until 04 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET AVEO
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,539 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
BK11 LBJ Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/11/2025
- 80,539 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Known faults for Chevrolet Aveo
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
BK11 LBJ Mileage History
- 06/12/201313,468 mi
- 03/12/201419,347 mi+5,879 mi
- 03/12/201527,843 mi+8,496 mi
- 03/12/201527,848 mi+5 mi
- 05/01/201732,760 mi+4,912 mi
- 03/01/201837,545 mi+4,785 mi
- 05/01/201837,545 mi
- 02/01/201939,035 mi+1,490 mi
- 02/01/201939,035 mi
- 02/12/201939,885 mi+850 mi
- 04/12/202040,373 mi+488 mi
- 05/12/202040,373 mi
- 26/11/202140,438 mi+65 mi
- 02/12/202242,017 mi+1,579 mi
- 04/12/202342,069 mi+52 mi
- 19/11/202464,289 mi+22,220 mi
- 19/11/202464,289 mi
- 28/11/202580,539 mi+16,250 mi
Average of roughly 5,599 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
BK11 LBJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (BK11 LBJ) between December 2013 and November 2025.
The record contains 13 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 28 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Service brake excessively binding nearside rear (1.2.1 (f))”; “Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)”.
Common Problems: CHEVROLET AVEO
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- EGR Valve and Sensor Faults(Moderate)
The engine management system frequently throws codes for EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) or oxygen sensors, often caused by soot buildup.
- Clutch and Gear Linkage Wear(Moderate)
The manual gearshift linkage can become vague and floppy as the cables and bushes wear. The clutch pedal pivot can also weaken, leading to difficulty selecting gears.
- Coil Spring and Suspension Wear(Moderate)
Front coil springs can snap, and suspension bushes and drop links wear prematurely on UK roads, causing knocks and vague handling.
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- EGR Valve and Sensor FaultsModerate
The engine management system frequently throws codes for EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) or oxygen sensors, often caused by soot buildup.
- Clutch and Gear Linkage WearModerate
The manual gearshift linkage can become vague and floppy as the cables and bushes wear. The clutch pedal pivot can also weaken, leading to difficulty selecting gears.
- Coil Spring and Suspension WearModerate
Front coil springs can snap, and suspension bushes and drop links wear prematurely on UK roads, causing knocks and vague handling.
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