2013 Chevrolet Aveo 1.2L Petrol · SP63 WEV

The 2013 Chevrolet Aveo has a mixed MOT history, with recent failures indicating recurring mechanical and safety concerns. The most recent MOT on 2025-04-04 showed a pass at 66,133 miles, but this followed a failure just three days earlier on 2025-03-31, recording 66,072 miles. The short 61-mile gap between these tests suggests the vehicle may have been stationary or minimally used during this period, raising questions about potential under-use issues like seized components or degraded rubber parts. The 2025-03-31 failure highlighted suspension-related defects : excessive wear in the offside front upper Macpherson strut top bush/bearing and a damaged nearside front anti-roll bar linkage dust cover. These are safety-critical components, and their failure could affect handling and stability. While the 2025-04-04 test passed, the proximity of these issues to the latest MOT implies unresolved or recurring problems in the suspension system. Earlier in 2024, the vehicle had multiple severe failures, including a fractured offside front coil spring , a coolant leak , an inoperative engine MIL , and an insecure exhaust system . These suggest potential structural or fluid system vulnerabilities, which, if unaddressed, could lead to further breakdowns. A subsequent 2024-03-07 failure also noted tyres near the legal limit , door operation issues , and a parking brake efficiency deficit , indicating broader maintenance neglect. The vehicle’s mileage of 66,133 miles over 13 years equates to roughly 5,087 miles annually—a low figure that may reflect light use or extended periods of inactivity.