2012 Chevrolet Aveo 1.4L Petrol · VO12 HTP
2012 Chevrolet Aveo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 24 May 2012. Recorded mileage 45,279 miles. MOT valid until 09 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET AVEO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 45,279 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VO12 HTP Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2026
- 45,279 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 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.
VO12 HTP Mileage History
- 21/05/201515,953 mi
- 04/05/201620,752 mi+4,799 mi
- 09/05/201726,987 mi+6,235 mi
- 21/05/201832,148 mi+5,161 mi
- 22/05/201832,149 mi+1 mi
- 16/05/201934,182 mi+2,033 mi
- 08/07/202035,392 mi+1,210 mi
- 09/07/202035,392 mi
- 07/07/202136,094 mi+702 mi
- 03/10/202238,062 mi+1,968 mi
- 04/10/202238,062 mi
- 11/10/202339,711 mi+1,649 mi
- 11/10/202339,711 mi
- 08/10/202441,676 mi+1,965 mi
- 08/10/202441,676 mi
- 10/10/202543,815 mi+2,139 mi
- 10/10/202543,815 mi
- 09/10/202645,279 mi+1,464 mi
- 09/10/202645,279 mi
Average of roughly 2,575 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
VO12 HTP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Chevrolet Aveo (VO12 HTP) between May 2015 and October 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 09 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (2 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.
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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- EGR Valve and Sensor FaultsModerate
The engine management system frequently throws codes for EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) or oxygen sensors, often caused by soot buildup.
- Clutch and Gear Linkage WearModerate
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 WearModerate
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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