2012 Chevrolet Aveo 1.2L Petrol · MW12 VBV
2012 Chevrolet Aveo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 24/07/2012. Recorded mileage 94,684 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET AVEO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/01/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,684 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1229cc
MW12 VBV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 21/01/2026
- 94,684 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
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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Known faults for Chevrolet Aveo
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MW12 VBV Mileage History
- 07/12/202272,258 mi
- 01/12/202374,684 mi+2,426 mi
- 22/01/202582,214 mi+7,530 mi
- 22/01/202582,214 mi
- 21/01/202694,684 mi+12,470 mi
Average of roughly 7,180 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MW12 VBV 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 Aveo (MW12 VBV) between December 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 January 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Common Problems: CHEVROLET AVEO
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- EGR Valve and Sensor Faults(Moderate)
The engine management system frequently throws codes for EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) or oxygen sensors, often caused by soot buildup.
- Clutch and Gear Linkage Wear(Moderate)
The manual gearshift linkage can become vague and floppy as the cables and bushes wear. The clutch pedal pivot can also weaken, leading to difficulty selecting gears.
- Coil Spring and Suspension Wear(Moderate)
Front coil springs can snap, and suspension bushes and drop links wear prematurely on UK roads, causing knocks and vague handling.
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