2012 Chevrolet Cruze 1.6L Petrol · LS12 FOU
2012 Chevrolet Cruze (1.6L, petrol). First registered 12/03/2012. Recorded mileage 112,205 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET CRUZE
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/09/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,205 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1598cc
LS12 FOU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/09/2024
- 112,205 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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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LS12 FOU Mileage History
- 27/08/202199,007 mi
- 01/09/2022103,091 mi+4,084 mi
- 30/08/2023107,918 mi+4,827 mi
- 13/09/2024112,205 mi+4,287 mi
- 13/09/2024112,205 mi
Average of roughly 4,331 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LS12 FOU 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 (LS12 FOU) between August 2021 and September 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 September 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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