2012 Chevrolet Cruze 1.6L Petrol · LS12 FSL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening progression of fluid leak issues. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 65,646 miles resulted in a pass, it introduced a new advisory for thin rear brake pads alongside persistent oil leaks and power steering seepage. The persistence of these leaks over the last four years suggests that while they are not currently reaching a failure threshold, the seals are failing and will require proactive attention. At 65,646 miles over 14 years, this Cruze has covered a low average of approximately 4,700 miles per year. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with a gap of roughly 3,000 miles between 2024 and 2025, and 1,200 miles between 2025 and 2026. Low usage typically limits mechanical wear on drivetrain components but explains why rubber seals and gaskets are degrading due to the vehicle's age rather than mileage-related stress. An in-person inspection must focus on the steering rack and engine seals, as the tester has flagged seepage from the power steering component annually since 2022. The minor exhaust flexi leak noted in 2022 and 2023 appears to have been rectified or resolved by 2024, but the buyer should check the manifold for further corrosion. Most urgently, the thin rear brake pads identified in the 2026 test require immediate replacement to prevent disc scoring or excessive surface corrosion.