2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1.4L Petrol · LR09 ZLN
2009 Chevrolet Aveo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01/04/2009. Recorded mileage 70,763 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET AVEO
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/05/2017
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (28/06/2016)
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,763 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1399cc
LR09 ZLN Key Findings
- 8 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/05/2016
- 70,763 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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 Aveo
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
LR09 ZLN Mileage History
- 17/05/201228,285 mi
- 02/05/201335,924 mi+7,639 mi
- 02/05/201335,924 mi
- 20/05/201450,079 mi+14,155 mi
- 27/04/201563,751 mi+13,672 mi
- 30/04/201563,827 mi+76 mi
- 11/05/201670,763 mi+6,936 mi
- 11/05/201670,763 mi
Average of roughly 10,663 miles per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.
LR09 ZLN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
8 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (LR09 ZLN) between May 2012 and May 2016.
The record contains 5 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 11 May 2016 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)”; “Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)”.
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.