2012 Chevrolet Aveo 1.4L Petrol · BL12 KTU
2012 Chevrolet Aveo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 16/07/2012. Recorded mileage 69,603 miles. MOT valid until 18/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET AVEO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,603 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1398cc
BL12 KTU Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/05/2026
- 69,603 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (14 mentions)
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 Aveo
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
BL12 KTU Mileage History
- 10/06/20157,467 mi
- 15/06/20157,467 mi
- 11/07/20169,400 mi+1,933 mi
- 05/07/201711,390 mi+1,990 mi
- 05/07/201711,391 mi+1 mi
- 08/06/201813,176 mi+1,785 mi
- 30/05/201916,341 mi+3,165 mi
- 05/06/202019,568 mi+3,227 mi
- 05/06/202019,568 mi
- 09/07/202122,826 mi+3,258 mi
- 16/05/202226,304 mi+3,478 mi
- 19/04/202335,277 mi+8,973 mi
- 19/04/202335,277 mi
- 07/05/202446,290 mi+11,013 mi
- 09/05/202446,290 mi
- 02/05/202557,077 mi+10,787 mi
- 20/05/202557,546 mi+469 mi
- 12/05/202669,603 mi+12,057 mi
- 13/05/202669,603 mi
Average of roughly 5,688 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
BL12 KTU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Chevrolet Aveo (BL12 KTU) between June 2015 and May 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 13 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (14 issues), Brakes (13 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 32 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: “Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
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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