2009 Chevrolet Aveo 1.2L Petrol · WU09 XRH
2009 Chevrolet Aveo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 19/06/2009. Recorded mileage 105,441 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET AVEO
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/08/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,441 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1206cc
WU09 XRH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/08/2024
- 105,441 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes 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 Aveo
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
WU09 XRH Mileage History
- 22/06/202270,708 mi
- 22/06/202270,709 mi+1 mi
- 14/08/202381,619 mi+10,910 mi
- 14/08/2024105,359 mi+23,740 mi
- 15/08/2024105,441 mi+82 mi
Average of roughly 16,158 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WU09 XRH 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 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (WU09 XRH) between June 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 August 2024 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 (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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 Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe is broken (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (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.