2012 Chevrolet Orlando 2.0L Diesel · NL12 YNJ
2012 Chevrolet Orlando (2.0L, diesel). First registered 26/03/2012. Recorded mileage 112,736 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET ORLANDO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/11/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,736 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1998cc
NL12 YNJ Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 11/11/2023
- 112,736 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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 Orlando
Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
NL12 YNJ Mileage History
- 10/02/201524,620 mi
- 10/02/201524,620 mi
- 13/05/201525,628 mi+1,008 mi
- 10/11/201536,360 mi+10,732 mi
- 10/05/201651,788 mi+15,428 mi
- 10/05/201651,788 mi
- 07/11/201671,765 mi+19,977 mi
- 07/11/201671,765 mi
- 06/03/201783,644 mi+11,879 mi
- 06/03/201783,644 mi
- 02/10/202092,826 mi+9,182 mi
- 02/10/202092,826 mi
- 16/09/202197,084 mi+4,258 mi
- 16/09/202197,084 mi
- 27/10/2022106,647 mi+9,563 mi
- 28/10/2022106,655 mi+8 mi
- 11/11/2023112,732 mi+6,077 mi
- 11/11/2023112,736 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 10,070 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
NL12 YNJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (NL12 YNJ) between February 2015 and November 2023.
The record contains 10 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 11 November 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
Common Problems: CHEVROLET ORLANDO
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Automatic Gearbox (6T40/6T45) Failure(Serious)
The 6-speed automatic can suffer from internal "wave plate" failure or solenoid issues if the fluid is not changed regularly.
- Cooling System and Thermostat Issues(Moderate)
Like the Cruze, the Orlando suffers from thermostat housing failures and water pump leaks. The plastic housing can crack and cause coolant loss.
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