2012 Chevrolet Cruze 1.8L Petrol · LS12 FPZ

The 2012 Chevrolet Cruze presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a fully clean MOT pass on 25 March 2026 at 74,433 miles with zero defects recorded. This is a strong indicator that any previously flagged minor issues have been rectified. The vehicle has transitioned from a pattern of minor, intermittent advisories to a period of consistent, defect-free passes over the last three consecutive tests, suggesting attentive recent ownership. The mileage profile is notably low for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,317 miles per year. The recorded intervals show steady, incremental use: 52,079 miles in April 2022, 56,149 in March 2023, 62,156 in March 2024, 68,560 in April 2025, and 74,433 in March 2026. This equates to roughly 5,000 to 6,000 miles annually in recent years, with no dramatic gaps or sudden accumulation that would indicate long-term standing or recent high-intensity use. The odometer progression appears entirely plausible and consistent. Historically, the record reveals only minor, non-structural defects. The most notable advisory was on 1 April 2025 at 68,560 miles, where the tester flagged a slightly damaged, cracking, or perishing nearside rear tyre. This is a routine consumable wear item and not indicative of underlying mechanical fault. Prior to that, on 8 April 2022 at 52,079 miles, the tester identified a minor exhaust gas leak at the flexi pipe section. Both issues are typical of a vehicle of this age and mileage, and neither recurred in subsequent tests, implying proper repair. A prospective buyer should still conduct a focused in-person inspection. Pay particular attention to the condition of the exhaust system, especially the flexi pipe joint, for any signs of soot staining or audible leaks. Inspect all tyre sidewalls for cracking or perishing, as the 2025 advisory suggests age-related rubber degradation may be a factor despite low mileage. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough underbody check for corrosion on suspension mounting points, brake lines, and subframes remains prudent, even though no structural defects have been flagged. The clean recent record is encouraging, but a test drive to assess brake operation, clutch engagement, and suspension compliance over uneven surfaces will confirm the vehicle's current mechanical integrity.