2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1.2L Petrol · LS09 UFP

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 22 May 2026, but this followed a failure just one day earlier. While it is currently roadworthy, the recent history shows a clear pattern of recurring mechanical issues. The most significant risk pattern involves the suspension and steering components. There has been a consistent presence of worn Macpherson strut pins and bushes since at least 2023. More recently, this has escalated to include play in the track rod ends and issues with the steering rack inner joints. This suggests a progressive degradation of the vehicle's handling components. The condition trend appears to be worsening. What began as minor bush wear has evolved into more frequent and varied steering and suspension faults, including anti-roll bar linkage play and more significant movement in the track rod ends. There is also a persistent issue with the registration plate lamp appearing in multiple consecutive years. With only 47,535 miles recorded over approximately 17 years, the mileage is very low for the vehicle's age.