2010 Chevrolet Captiva 2.0L Diesel · LL60 TCX
2010 Chevrolet Captiva (2.0L, diesel). First registered 02 Dec 2010. Recorded mileage 121,351 miles. MOT expired on 29 Aug 2024.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET CAPTIVA
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Aug 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,351 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LL60 TCX Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/08/2023
- 121,351 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (17 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LL60 TCX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (LL60 TCX) between November 2013 and August 2023.
The record contains 10 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 30 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (17 issues), Lighting (13 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
LL60 TCX Mileage History
- 28/11/201329,669 mi
- 28/11/201329,669 mi
- 26/11/201436,406 mi+6,737 mi
- 02/12/201546,663 mi+10,257 mi
- 21/03/201757,526 mi+10,863 mi
- 06/03/201863,744 mi+6,218 mi
- 27/03/201864,436 mi+692 mi
- 25/03/201982,350 mi+17,914 mi
- 26/03/201982,350 mi
- 05/03/202097,750 mi+15,400 mi
- 17/08/2021104,702 mi+6,952 mi
- 17/08/2022112,023 mi+7,321 mi
- 31/08/2022112,076 mi+53 mi
- 29/08/2023121,351 mi+9,275 mi
- 30/08/2023121,351 mi
Average of roughly 9,401 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Chevrolet Captiva
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Common Problems: CHEVROLET CAPTIVA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Diesel Oil Dilution(Serious)
The 2.0 and 2.2 VCDi engines are highly susceptible to oil dilution from DPF regenerations. This thins the oil and can destroy the turbo or the engine.
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Failure(Moderate)
The EPB module or the cables often fail or seize, leading to a stuck handbrake or an MOT failure.
- Clutch and Dual-Mass Flywheel Failure(Serious)
The clutch and dual-mass flywheel on manual models can fail prematurely, especially on diesel variants used for towing or in heavy traffic.
- Timing Chain Stretch(Serious)
The timing chain tensioner can wear, causing the chain to stretch and rattle. If the chain jumps teeth, it can cause catastrophic engine damage.
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- Diesel Oil DilutionSerious
The 2.0 and 2.2 VCDi engines are highly susceptible to oil dilution from DPF regenerations. This thins the oil and can destroy the turbo or the engine.
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) FailureModerate
The EPB module or the cables often fail or seize, leading to a stuck handbrake or an MOT failure.
- Clutch and Dual-Mass Flywheel FailureSerious
The clutch and dual-mass flywheel on manual models can fail prematurely, especially on diesel variants used for towing or in heavy traffic.
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