2014 Chevrolet Cruze 1.8L Petrol · NG63 USH

The vehicle currently holds a 100% roadworthiness rating, but this rating is not sustained; the maintenance trend is deteriorating. The most recent test on 2023-09-06 at 86,604 miles revealed a failure of the offside rear coil spring, indicating a critical structural issue that has not been addressed since. This failure, combined with a minor exhaust leak and worn inner tyres, suggests the owner has likely skipped routine maintenance, leading to accelerated wear on critical components that are now approaching the legal limit. The mileage accumulation over the past 12 years is uneven. The vehicle began with roughly 7,217 miles per year, which is consistent with its age, but the progression has accelerated significantly since the 2022 test. The 2021 test at 65,751 miles was preceded by a failed inspection of the nearside rear tyre, which was scrubbed during the 2021-01-14 test. This implies that the owner may have been driving longer or more frequently than intended, causing the wear rate to exceed the manufacturer's limits for that specific component. Given the recurring structural failure of the coil spring and the lack of a recent pass on the offside rear inner tyre, a buyer must inspect the vehicle's suspension bushings, coil springs, and brake discs in person to assess for corrosion or binding. A buyer should also verify the condition of the exhaust system and inspect the tyre wear on the offside rear for signs of damage or excessive tread loss, as these components are the most likely to fail soonest given the history.