2012 Chevrolet Cruze 1.8L Petrol · LS12 LTY
2012 Chevrolet Cruze (1.8L, petrol). First registered 16/05/2012. Recorded mileage 69,580 miles. MOT valid until 20/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET CRUZE
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,580 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1796cc
LS12 LTY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/03/2026
- 69,580 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
LS12 LTY Mileage History
- 20/02/202457,815 mi
- 21/02/202457,815 mi
- 28/02/202560,909 mi+3,094 mi
- 06/03/202669,579 mi+8,670 mi
- 09/03/202669,580 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 5,745 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LS12 LTY 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 LTY) between February 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (LS12 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as LS12LTY.
AUDI
A3 S LINE 30 TFSI
MINI
MINI
PEUGEOT
207
PEUGEOT
107
PEUGEOT
PARTNER
PEUGEOT
308
PEUGEOT
308
PEUGEOT
207
PEUGEOT
308
PEUGEOT
207
PEUGEOT
207
PEUGEOT
207