2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1.2L Petrol · EA59 SWO
2009 Chevrolet Aveo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 18 Nov 2009. Recorded mileage 108,733 miles. MOT valid until 02 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET AVEO
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 108,733 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
EA59 SWO Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/10/2025
- 108,733 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (22 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
EA59 SWO Mileage History
- 18/10/20129,921 mi
- 18/10/20129,921 mi
- 16/10/201313,311 mi+3,390 mi
- 14/10/201422,517 mi+9,206 mi
- 14/10/201539,791 mi+17,274 mi
- 14/10/201539,791 mi
- 07/10/201657,862 mi+18,071 mi
- 19/01/201866,094 mi+8,232 mi
- 26/04/201973,331 mi+7,237 mi
- 28/10/202075,004 mi+1,673 mi
- 29/10/202184,079 mi+9,075 mi
- 03/11/202184,079 mi
- 03/10/202295,490 mi+11,411 mi
- 03/10/202295,491 mi+1 mi
- 26/10/2023100,932 mi+5,441 mi
- 27/10/2023100,932 mi
- 22/10/2024104,510 mi+3,578 mi
- 24/10/2024104,510 mi
- 24/10/2025108,733 mi+4,223 mi
- 24/10/2025108,733 mi
Average of roughly 7,591 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
EA59 SWO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (EA59 SWO) between October 2012 and October 2025.
The record contains 13 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 24 October 2025 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: Lighting (22 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (10 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 62 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 Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”.
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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