2011 Chevrolet Cruze 1.8L Petrol · SC11 UYS
2011 Chevrolet Cruze (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/08/2011. Recorded mileage 113,282 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET CRUZE
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/09/2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 113,282 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1796cc
SC11 UYS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/09/2025
- 113,282 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
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 Cruze
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
SC11 UYS Mileage History
- 04/09/2023106,900 mi
- 04/09/2023106,900 mi
- 04/09/2024111,880 mi+4,980 mi
- 04/09/2024111,883 mi+3 mi
- 04/09/2025113,282 mi+1,399 mi
Average of roughly 3,189 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SC11 UYS 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 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (SC11 UYS) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction lamp illuminated (8.2.1.2 (h))”; “Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
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.
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