2013 Chevrolet Aveo 1.2L Petrol · SM62 BCF
2013 Chevrolet Aveo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01/01/2013. Recorded mileage 63,119 miles. MOT valid until 06/01/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET AVEO
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/01/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,119 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2013
- Engine
- 1229cc
SM62 BCF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/01/2026
- 63,119 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
SM62 BCF Mileage History
- 12/12/202357,978 mi
- 14/12/202357,978 mi
- 17/12/202460,432 mi+2,454 mi
- 19/12/202460,432 mi
- 07/01/202663,119 mi+2,687 mi
Average of roughly 2,481 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM62 BCF 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 2013 Chevrolet Aveo (SM62 BCF) between December 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 January 2026 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: Suspension (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt + wishbone back bush sp”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick O/s/f lowest & wheel slightly binding. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
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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