2012 Chevrolet Aveo 1.2L Petrol · DX51 COB
2012 Chevrolet Aveo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 28 Nov 2012. Recorded mileage 56,945 miles. MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET AVEO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 56,945 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DX51 COB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/11/2025
- 56,945 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.
DX51 COB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Chevrolet Aveo (DX51 COB) between November 2021 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
DX51 COB Mileage History
- 24/11/202148,164 mi
- 22/11/202249,125 mi+961 mi
- 21/11/202350,541 mi+1,416 mi
- 30/10/202450,703 mi+162 mi
- 18/11/202556,945 mi+6,242 mi
Average of roughly 2,204 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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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