2012 Chevrolet Cruze 1.6L Petrol · YP12 DFL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test on January 15 2026 at 81,000 miles resulted in an initial failure due to defective position lamps and an obscured nearside headlamp lens. While the car passed immediately upon re-test, the recurring failures for basic lighting adjustments suggest that the previous owner only addressed electrical and alignment-related issues once they threatened the annual test result. At 81,000 miles over 14 years, this Cruze reflects significantly low mileage, averaging roughly 5,800 miles per year. The data shows a consistent rate of use, with approximately 4,600 miles driven between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 4,300 miles between January 2025 and January 2026. This low usage often implies less wear on the drivetrain and suspension, but it increases the risk of rubber-based components degrading or seals hardening due to age and potential periods of inactivity. A buyer must pay close attention to the oil leak noted during the January 2025 test at 76,700 miles. Although the tester classified it as non-excessive, a physical inspection is required to determine if the leak originates from a simple valve cover gasket or a more significant engine seal failure. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, you should also check for corrosion on the exhaust system and brake lines, which can occur on low-mileage cars regardless of the distance driven.