2012 Chevrolet Cruze 2.0L Diesel · LM61 RAM
2012 Chevrolet Cruze (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/01/2012. Recorded mileage 108,159 miles. MOT valid until 16/01/2027. Taxed until 01/07/2026.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET CRUZE
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/01/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/07/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 108,159 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1998cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
LM61 RAM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/01/2026
- 108,159 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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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Known faults for Chevrolet Cruze
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
LM61 RAM Mileage History
- 11/01/202283,124 mi
- 17/01/202388,212 mi+5,088 mi
- 16/01/202491,780 mi+3,568 mi
- 15/01/202597,100 mi+5,320 mi
- 13/01/2026108,159 mi+11,059 mi
Average of roughly 6,250 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LM61 RAM 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 Cruze (LM61 RAM) between January 2022 and January 2026.
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.
Common Problems: CHEVROLET CRUZE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Diesel Oil Dilution and DPF Clogging(Serious)
Incomplete DPF regenerations lead to fuel entering the oil sump. If not caught, this can lead to engine "runaway" or bearing failure.
- M32 Gearbox Bearing Failure(Serious)
Like its Vauxhall cousins, the 6-speed manual gearbox can suffer from bearing wear, eventually leading to total failure.
- Cooling System Thermostat and Water Pump Failures(Moderate)
The thermostat housing and water pump are common failure points. The plastic thermostat housing can crack, and the water pump can develop leaks, leading to overheating.
- Electrical Sensor and Warning Light Faults(Moderate)
Various sensors including crankshaft position, oxygen, and mass air flow sensors can fail, triggering warning lights and causing poor running. The electronic boot release is also a known failure point.
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