2012 Chrysler Delta 1.4L Petrol · WV12 RVL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection in February 2026 at 81,455 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the history indicates reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. While the car failed in January 2025 due to non-functional stop lamps, the issue was rectified immediately to secure a pass on the same day. This suggests the owner addresses safety-critical defects once they are flagged by the testing centre. At fourteen years of age, the recorded mileage of 81,455 represents a low annual average of approximately 5,800 miles. However, the data shows a significant gap in usage between February 2023 and January 2024, where the vehicle covered only 6,470 miles in nearly eleven months. This low-use profile often correlates with less wear on drivetrain components, but it can also lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and corrosion on metal surfaces, which is consistent with the pitting noted on brake discs in the 2023 test. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension and braking system during a physical walkaround. The 2024 test flagged play in the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint, which should be verified to ensure the replacement has not developed further play. Furthermore, the 2023 report of thin pads and pitted discs on both front and rear axles indicates the braking system is prone to surface rust or premature wear given the low-mileage usage patterns. Structural attention is also required regarding the rear rear silencer. The 2023 record noted outer casing corrosion, and while this did not cause a failure at the time, exhaust systems on older vehicles often suffer structural integrity issues. The buyer should check the entire exhaust length and the mounting hangers to ensure the corrosion has not progressed to a point that would result in a future structural failure.