2012 Chevrolet Orlando 2.0L Diesel · KU61 OAL
2012 Chevrolet Orlando (2.0L, diesel). First registered 18 Jan 2012. Recorded mileage 119,699 miles. MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET ORLANDO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,699 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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KU61 OAL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 25/11/2025
- 119,699 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.
KU61 OAL 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 Orlando (KU61 OAL) between December 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.
KU61 OAL Mileage History
- 01/12/202181,033 mi
- 30/11/202290,895 mi+9,862 mi
- 28/11/2023100,566 mi+9,671 mi
- 26/11/2024110,272 mi+9,706 mi
- 25/11/2025119,699 mi+9,427 mi
Average of roughly 9,706 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Chevrolet Orlando
Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Common Problems: CHEVROLET ORLANDO
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Automatic Gearbox (6T40/6T45) Failure(Serious)
The 6-speed automatic can suffer from internal "wave plate" failure or solenoid issues if the fluid is not changed regularly.
- Cooling System and Thermostat Issues(Moderate)
Like the Cruze, the Orlando suffers from thermostat housing failures and water pump leaks. The plastic housing can crack and cause coolant loss.
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- Automatic Gearbox (6T40/6T45) FailureSerious
The 6-speed automatic can suffer from internal "wave plate" failure or solenoid issues if the fluid is not changed regularly.
- Cooling System and Thermostat IssuesModerate
Like the Cruze, the Orlando suffers from thermostat housing failures and water pump leaks. The plastic housing can crack and cause coolant loss.
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