2012 Chevrolet Cruze 1.6L Petrol · LS12 FRO

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward neglected consumable upkeep. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 64,043 miles passed, the tester flagged an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit with significant inner edge wear. This mirrors an advisory from the January 2025 test at 60,704 miles, indicating a persistent failure to address tyre alignment or suspension-related wear. This recurring type of fault suggests a lack of proactive attention to basic vehicle maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,574 miles per year. There is a visible gap in the records between December 2021 and January 2023, where the car covered only 3,555 miles over thirteen months. Since then, the usage has remained consistent, with roughly 3,500 to 4,000 miles annually. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain components but increases the risk of rubber-based parts, seals, and hoses degrading due to age rather than use. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry to identify the root cause of the recurring inner tyre wear. The inspector should check for worn control arm bushes, ball joints, or tracking rod ends that frequently cause uneven scrubbing. Given the vehicle's age and low usage, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and subframe is essential, as long periods of standing can lead to surface rust becoming deep. Additionally, the braking system should be examined for seized calipers or pitted rotors, which are a common issue on low-mileage cars that sit frequently.