2011 Chevrolet Aveo 1.2L Petrol · SM11 LLC
2011 Chevrolet Aveo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 24/05/2011. Recorded mileage 55,780 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET AVEO
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/06/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,780 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1206cc
SM11 LLC Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/06/2023
- 55,780 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 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 Aveo
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
SM11 LLC Mileage History
- 30/11/202152,877 mi
- 02/03/202253,262 mi+385 mi
- 01/06/202355,755 mi+2,493 mi
- 05/06/202355,780 mi+25 mi
Average of roughly 1,921 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
SM11 LLC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (SM11 LLC) between November 2021 and June 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 June 2023 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: Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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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