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2012 Chevrolet Volt Electric · LC62 GGY

LC62 GGY

2012 Chevrolet Volt (electric). First registered 29 Oct 2012. Recorded mileage 82,860 miles. MOT expired on 30 Nov 2025. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
CHEVROLET VOLT
Year / Origin
2012 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 30 Nov 2025
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
82,860 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
Fuel & Engine
Electric
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 30 Nov 2025
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Electric
Year
2012
Engine
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Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The most recent MOT from November 2024 was a pass, but only after an initial failure. This latest inspection revealed several significant concerns, including corroded fuel pipes and corrosion to the integral body structure. There is a persistent and worsening pattern regarding the braking system. All four brake discs have been flagged as pitted or scored in both 2023 and 2024. This suggests the discs are deteriorating over time and have not been replaced, despite being noted as an issue for several years. The overall trend is declining, as the vehicle has moved from a clean MOT in 2022 to multiple corrosion and tyre issues by late 2024. The recorded mileage is low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,919 miles per year. This low usage likely explains the specific type of wear seen here; pitted brake discs and fuel pipe corrosion are common symptoms of a vehicle that has spent long periods standing still rather than one that has been driven hard. A buyer should first conduct a thorough inspection of the vehicle's underside to assess the severity of the body and fuel pipe corrosion. You should also confirm whether the brake discs have been replaced since the last MOT, as they have been a recurring issue.

LC62 GGY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/11/2024
  • 82,860 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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LC62 GGY Mileage History

  1. 01/12/202177,561 mi
  2. 02/11/202280,209 mi+2,648 mi
  3. 17/11/202382,761 mi+2,552 mi
  4. 13/11/202482,860 mi+99 mi
  5. 13/11/202482,860 mi

Average of roughly 1,795 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

LC62 GGY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 03:16
MOT Analysis

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 Volt (LC62 GGY) between December 2021 and November 2024.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 November 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 27 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.

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