2010 Chevrolet Cruze 1.6L Petrol · DA10 CFV

The MOT history shows a high initial pass rate, with only one failure recorded on 19 November 2020 due to a simple defective stop lamp. However, the most critical factor for a buyer today is the complete absence of MOT data since the pass on 1 December 2022. With no recorded tests for nearly four years up to August 2026, the current roadworthiness status is entirely unknown. The historical trend of minor advisories cannot be assumed to have remained stable during this prolonged unrecorded period. The vehicle accumulated 83,058 miles over approximately sixteen years, averaging a low annual mileage of around 5,191 miles. While early tests from May 2016 to May 2019 showed consistent annual testing with clean sheets or minor parking brake advisories, the testing schedule became irregular after 2019. The gaps between the May 2019, November 2020, October 2021, and December 2022 tests indicate inconsistent usage or periods of off-road storage. The lack of any MOT record between December 2022 and August 2026 represents a major blind spot regarding mileage accumulation and component wear over the last forty-four months. A physical inspection must prioritize the unresolved mechanical issues flagged in the historical record. The tester noted an active oil leak in both the November 2020 and December 2022 examinations, suggesting previous owners left this engine defect unresolved over multiple years. The December 2022 test also highlighted corroded track rods on both the offside and nearside. This corrosion affects steering linkage integrity and requires immediate hands-on assessment. Inspectors should check the front tyre wear patterns, as uneven inner-edge wear noted in 2020 often points to tracking misalignment or worn suspension bushes. Given the long period of unaccounted time since 2022, a buyer must thoroughly inspect the brake discs for surface rust, check for binding calipers, and verify that the parking brake operates within its legal efficiency limits.